Project Blogs

We have all had experiences where we planned a lovely picnic under clear, sunny skies and then the weather turned unpredictable – wind, rain and suddenly our picnic plans are ruined. We also know that when we go…

I’m Victor, 23 and I’m studying Marine Biology in my MSc at the University of Algarve in Portugal. As part of my Masters thesis, I was lucky enough to spend one month on D’Arros to carry out my…

Reef manta rays are charismatic animals, no doubt. Anyone who has ever swam with them would be inclined to agree. They are truly the gentle giants of the ocean, feeding on tiny plankton and often found getting cleaned…

Where should I even begin?  Turtles, sharks, rays and guess what? Mantas. The only word that comes to mind when I think of my one-month-long internship at D’Arros is: PHENOMENAL! My name is Nadisha Malbrook, and I am…

My name is Marcus, I love the ocean and my life has been centred around it for as long as I can remember (and even before according to my parents). I had always dreamed of becoming a marine…

Remote equipment offers unparalleled views into the behaviour and population metrics of animals – especially underwater. This includes instruments or, in our case, cameras which can be deployed in any depth and any habitat, and are easily setup,…

My name is Noah Dine. I am 21 years old and I am a 2nd year student at the University of Seychelles where I am pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science. Ever since I was young I…

My name is Monik Choppy and I am 23 years old. In the past, I’ve felt the most fulfilled when participating in wildlife clubs and eco-school excursions. These childhood experiences only nurtured my curiosity about the natural world,…

Hi! I’m Daisy, an MSc student from the University of Kent in the UK, working with the D’Arros Research Centre to assess juvenile green and hawksbill sea turtle populations in St Joseph Atoll. I’ve been lucky enough to…

  Mindblowing! That’s the word that best describes each day spent on D’Arros and in the St Joseph atoll. I got the opportunity to spend two and a half amazing weeks on D’Arros with the Save Our Seas…

  My name is Elgin Créa and I am a 21 year old 3rd year student pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science at the University of Seychelles. I have always been an inquisitive and curious kid and…

  Firstly, for a quick introduction, my name is Saratha Naiken and I am a 20 year old citizen of the Republic of Seychelles. As a young ardent ocean admirer, I have always had a keen passion and…