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100 artificial reefs planted in Rosario, Cavite, to boost marine biodiversity

Published Nov 19, 2025 02:51 pm

At A Glance

  • Officials said the project is part of a broader effort to restore damaged coral reefs, protect marine habitats, and ensure sustainable fishing resources for future generations.
CAVITE – The local government unit (LGU) of Rosario, in partnership with Yes-To-Life Foundation, led the planting of 100 artificial coral reefs within its coastal waters in Isla Bonita on Tuesday, Nov. 18.
Rosario LGU and Yes-To-Life Foundation lead the installation of 100 artificial coral reefs in Isla Bonita on Nov. 18 (Photo from Sid Samaniego/MANILA BULLETIN)
Rosario LGU and Yes-To-Life Foundation lead the installation of 100 artificial coral reefs in Isla Bonita on Nov. 18 (Photo from Sid Samaniego/MANILA BULLETIN)
The initiative aims to help restore damaged coral reefs and strengthen marine biodiversity in the area.
Rosario Public Information Officer Sid Samaniego told the Manila Bulletin that installing artificial coral reefs is part of the LGU’s response to the worsening effects of pollution, overfishing, and climate change, which have destroyed natural coral reefs.
The newly planted underwater structures will serve as new habitats and breeding grounds for various species of fish and other marine life.
“Mahalaga na mapangalagaan natin ang ating karagatan dahil dito nakadepende ang kabuhayan at pagkain ng marami sa ating mga kababayan (It’s important that we protect our oceans because the livelihood and food security of many of our fellow Filipinos depend on them),” Yes-to-Life Foundation founder Benjie Tayag said.
Rosario LGU and Yes-To-Life Foundation lead the installation of 100 artificial coral reefs in Isla Bonita on Nov. 18 (Photo from Sid Samaniego/MANILA BULLETIN)
Rosario LGU and Yes-To-Life Foundation lead the installation of 100 artificial coral reefs in Isla Bonita on Nov. 18 (Photo from Sid Samaniego/MANILA BULLETIN)
The Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office, meanwhile, emphasized that the initiative reflects the city’s growing commitment to environmental restoration.
“Ang proyektong ito ay hakbang para matiyak na may masaganang yamang-dagat pa rin ang susunod na henerasyon (This project is a step toward ensuring that the next generation will continue to enjoy abundant marine resources),” said MENRO Coordinator Nestor Llanosa said.
The LGU and Yes-To-Life Foundation plan to install more artificial reefs in the coming months and expand their monitoring program to continuously assess the project’s impact on marine life.

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