Red Sea Global (RSG) announced the discovery of a giant Pavona coral colony within the waters of AMAALA on Saudi Arabia’s northwestern coast. The colony, comparable in size to the world’s largest known coral structures, is the biggest of its kind documented in the Red Sea.
Estimated to be between 400 and 800 years old, the coral was identified by RSG scientists Rhonda Suka and Sylvia Jagerroos, who are now leading its mapping and study. RSG stated that access to the site will align with its responsible tourism policies, minimizing environmental impact.
The coral’s resilience offers important insights for conservation efforts, particularly in understanding how marine ecosystems adapt to changing conditions. AMAALA, a tourism megaproject set to open later this year, will integrate the discovery into its eco-tourism offerings.
