We need to learn from our past mistakes. The draining of the Thompson’s tidal pool (“Fears of Thompson’s tidal pool draining”- February 2) puts it at risk of ending up with the same fate as Salt Rock – a lifeless pool with very few organisms and marine life.
If the draining does continue it will take years to restore the pool to its natural glory; especially a pool such as Thompsons – which is rich and abundant in marine biodiversity. Although the fish will perhaps be saved by swimming through the open valve, what about the coral? They have neither tails nor toes.
The demise of coral will affect the entire ecosystem. Rather than letting the coral bleach out and die, why not remove, conserve and relocate them in an environmentally, non-harmful manner. This will allow our ecosystem to grow and flourish.
Despite the fact that snorkelers, tourists, and regular visitors will be devastated if the draining of the pool happens; minds will be put at ease knowing the ecosystem will still be surviving and thriving.
“A perfect world is where there is no capturing or killing, but more rescuing and saving.”
CAITLIN BARKLEY
Palm Lakes
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