HULHULE-MALE’ BRIDGE PROJECT

EIA for the proposed Hulhule-Male’ Bridge Project
Transect 6– (Hulhule’ – 30 m)
This transect was deployed along 30 m depth, along the reef slope on the south-eastern corner of
Hulhule’ island, at 10 m below transect 5. Live coral cover in this area was very low, making up
5% of the surveyed area. Similar to the previous transects along this slope, the area is
predominantly made up of rocky pavement. Two main genera of corals were observed;
Montipora sp, and Favia sp.
A total of 20 fish species, belonging to 14 different fish families were recorded along this
transect. Highest number of species was observed can Surgeonfish family (4 species), which
predominantly are algal grazers. Similar to previous transects, the most abundant fish species
was Red-toothed Triggerfish.
Figure 4.39: Select images showing benthic substrate composition along transect 6 – (Hulhule’ 30 m depth)
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Figure 4.40: Benthic substrate composition along transect 6 (Hulhule’ Island, 30 m depth)
Prepared by: CDE Consulting & China Shipping Environment Technology
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