Live coral trade

In this episode of Ocean Pod, Dr Nina Wootton and Professor Bronwyn Gillanders are joined by Jasmin Broadbridge, a PhD candidate in the Wildlife Crime Hub at the University of Adelaide, whose research focuses on the world of the live coral trade.

From vibrant reef ecosystems to bustling aquarium markets, Jasmin explores how live corals are harvested and traded across Australia, uncovering the complexities of domestic and international supply chains. Her work investigates where unsustainable practices or legal loopholes may occur, and how better management could protect these delicate, reef-building organisms for future generations.

Plus, in this week’s Tide Talk, Nina and Bronwyn share what’s caught their attention in the world of ocean science - from the health benefits of seafood to Nina's recent field trip to remo ...