The mega and macrofauna in Závora Bay enjoy some of the most pristine, untouched reefs in the world. MAR’s main goal is to generate critical and comprehensive data that will be used to conserve biodiversity and ensure that future generations can enjoy the stunning marine life of Mozambique and South Africa. Learn more about different species research at MAR...
MANTA RAYS
Manta research aims to generate knowledge of the region's manta ray populations and assist with their conservation in southern Mozambique.
WHALES
Humpback whales come to Závora each year to reproduce and give birth. Land-based surveys and fluke ID help provide estimates of humpback populations travelling through the region.
NUDIBRANCHS
Závora Marine Lab is conducting the first assessment of nudipleura in Mozambique: solving a complex of species problems and describing new species.
ARTIFICIAL REEFS
Of the 2 wrecks in Závora, the newly sunken Rio Sainas (2013) provided an excellent oppportunity to monitor the colonization of an artificial reef right from ground zero..
SHARKS
Visual surveys and baited remote underwater videos (BRUVs) are helping to collect baseline data on the elasmobranch species in the region.
TURTLES
Five of the seven sea turtle species can be found in Mozambique. In Závora, we commonly see 4 of these on our reefs, two of which are known to nest on our beaches.
SEAHORSES
Five of the seven sea turtle species can be found in Mozambique. In Závora, we commonly see 4 of these on our reefs, two of which are known to nest on our beaches.