Criteria |
Subtidal Habitats
|
Naturalness |
Natural |
Size |
Overall 500 m of survey transects were done for Zones A to E. None of the subtidal habitats were found within the Project Site. |
Diversity |
Hard corals were in low abundance and diversity. Zone A found to have relatively high abundance of soft coral |
Rarity |
Uncommon coral species Acropora solitaryensis. |
Re-creatability |
The subtidal habitat may take 5 to 10 years to re-establish. |
Fragmentation |
Not applicable |
Ecological Linkage |
Not functionally linked to any highly valued habitat in close proximity |
Potential Value |
Low |
Nursery/ Breeding Ground |
None |
Age |
Not applicable |
Abundance/ Richness of Wildlife |
Low |
Overall Ecological Value |
Low to moderate |