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Three ocean currents converge on the Republic of Palau, bringing with them an astonishing diversity of marine life. |
Places We Protect
The Conservancy and its local partner established a marine mooring buoy program at key dive sites to protect reefs from anchor damage.

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How We Work
The Conservancy conducted Palau's first biological inventory of coastal and marine resources. The information has helped target conservation efforts to the most biologically diverse areas. |
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Did You Know?
Named one of the "Seven Underwater Wonders of the World" by marine scientists and dive journalists, Palau supports some 350 coral species and 1,400 species of reef fish.  |
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Palau Feature
Join Dr. Rod Salm as he explores the coral reefs of Palau's Rock Islands in Postcards from the Field.

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Photo credits (top to bottom, left to right): Rock Islands © Jez O'Hare; Traditional home © Jez O'Hare; Mooring buoy installation © John Halas; Anemone fish © Gregory Ochocki.