Coral Spawning, Bonaire
Coral reefs are living organisms and like other living organisms, they too reproduce. It just so happens that their spawning period is very particular and quite possibly one of the more incredible spectacles in nature. Colonies of coral reefs take their cues from the lunar cycle and the temperature of the water. When it’s time, usually in the months of August through November, multiple colonies release their sperm and eggs, gametes, into the water at the same time. The synching is important because this colorful flurry of gametes makes for a better chance at reproduction.