Protecting Paradise: The Story of Niue

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A family of Humpback whales swimming along the coast of Niue are observed during the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix)

A family of Humpback whales swimming along the coast of Niue are observed during the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_50.jpg

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Fish swimming through coral at Beveridge Reef are observed during the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix)

Fish swimming through coral at Beveridge Reef are observed during the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_49.jpg

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Fish swimming through coral at Beveridge Reef are observed during the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix)

Fish swimming through coral at Beveridge Reef are observed during the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_48.jpg

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Grey reef sharks are pictured at Beveridge reef. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix)

Grey reef sharks are pictured at Beveridge reef. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_47.jpg

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The underwater world of coral at Beveridge Reef is observed during the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix)

The underwater world of coral at Beveridge Reef is observed during the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_46.jpg

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A white tip reef shark swimming along the coral at Beveridge Reef is observed during the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix)

A white tip reef shark swimming along the coral at Beveridge Reef is observed during the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_45.jpg

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Two clown fish peaking out of their anemone home are observed during the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix)

Two clown fish peaking out of their anemone home are observed during the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_44.jpg

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A parrot fish is observed during the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition to Niue. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix)

A parrot fish is observed during the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition to Niue. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_43.jpg

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A Moorish idol swimming among the coral reef is observed during the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix)

A Moorish idol swimming among the coral reef is observed during the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_42.jpg

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An ocean metropolis at Beveridge reef is observed during the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix)

An ocean metropolis at Beveridge reef is observed during the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_41.jpg

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Katuali, a sea krait endemic to Niue, hunts along the coral reef. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix)

Katuali, a sea krait endemic to Niue, hunts along the coral reef. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_40.jpg

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Fringing coral reef around the island of Niue is observed during the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix)

Fringing coral reef around the island of Niue is observed during the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_39.jpg

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The rugged landscape of Niue above and below water is observed during the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix)

The rugged landscape of Niue above and below water is observed during the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_38.jpg

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Three spinner dolphins swim through crystal clear waters in Niue. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix)

Three spinner dolphins swim through crystal clear waters in Niue. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_37.jpg

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Vibrant coral at Beveridge Reef in Niue is observed during the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix)

Vibrant coral at Beveridge Reef in Niue is observed during the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_36.jpg

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A huge coral formation is pictured in Niue. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix)

A huge coral formation is pictured in Niue. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_35.jpg

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A National Geographic Pristine Seas scuba diver conducting surveys in Niues waters can be seen peaking up from across coral passageway in a Niue coral reef cave. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix)

A National Geographic Pristine Seas scuba diver conducting surveys in Niues waters can be seen peaking up from across coral passageway in a Niue coral reef cave. National Geographic Pristine Seas, in collaboration with the Governments of Niue (GON) and Tofia Niue, embarked on a scientific survey to document marine biodiversity in the small island nation known for its crystal-clear waters teeming with sea life—from humpback whales, gray reef sharks, 80-pound groupers, and other marine life. Located in the South Pacific, 1,300 miles northeast of New Zealand between Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, Niue is one of the largest elevated coral atolls in the world. The Pristine Seas Niue expedition is the third stop on The Global Expedition, an ambitious five-year collaboration with central and western Pacific Island nations. (National Geographic/Manu San Félix) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_34.jpg

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Coral Pasisi is the president of Tofia Niue, a Niuan non-profit that works to manage and develop Niue's ocean resources sustainably and holistically for current and future generations. National Geographic Pristine Seas explored the marine ecosystem in Niue -a small island nation in the tropical Pacific. Local and international scientists surveyed the ocean to understand its health and biodiversity. Thanks to local leadership, traditional knowledge, and strong science, the country has been able to protect large swaths of its marine environment. (National Geographic/Nova West)

Coral Pasisi is the president of Tofia Niue, a Niuan non-profit that works to manage and develop Niue's ocean resources sustainably and holistically for current and future generations. National Geographic Pristine Seas explored the marine ecosystem in Niue -a small island nation in the tropical Pacific. Local and international scientists surveyed the ocean to understand its health and biodiversity. Thanks to local leadership, traditional knowledge, and strong science, the country has been able to protect large swaths of its marine environment. (National Geographic/Nova West) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_33.jpg

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Brendon Pasisi (right) and Coral Pasisi (left) welcome National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition leader Ryan Jenkinson (center.) National Geographic Pristine Seas explored the marine ecosystem in Niue -a small island nation in the tropical Pacific. Local and international scientists surveyed the ocean to understand its health and biodiversity. Thanks to local leadership, traditional knowledge, and strong science, the country has been able to protect large swaths of its marine environment. (National Geographic/Nova West)

Brendon Pasisi (right) and Coral Pasisi (left) welcome National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition leader Ryan Jenkinson (center.) National Geographic Pristine Seas explored the marine ecosystem in Niue -a small island nation in the tropical Pacific. Local and international scientists surveyed the ocean to understand its health and biodiversity. Thanks to local leadership, traditional knowledge, and strong science, the country has been able to protect large swaths of its marine environment. (National Geographic/Nova West) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_29.jpg

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A Takalo warriors awaits the arrival of the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition team. National Geographic Pristine Seas explored the marine ecosystem in Niue -a small island nation in the tropical Pacific. Local and international scientists surveyed the ocean to understand its health and biodiversity. Thanks to local leadership, traditional knowledge, and strong science, the country has been able to protect large swaths of its marine environment. (National Geographic/Nova West)

A Takalo warriors awaits the arrival of the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition team. National Geographic Pristine Seas explored the marine ecosystem in Niue -a small island nation in the tropical Pacific. Local and international scientists surveyed the ocean to understand its health and biodiversity. Thanks to local leadership, traditional knowledge, and strong science, the country has been able to protect large swaths of its marine environment. (National Geographic/Nova West) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_27.jpg

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Takalo warriors await the arrival of the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition team. National Geographic Pristine Seas explored the marine ecosystem in Niue -a small island nation in the tropical Pacific. Local and international scientists surveyed the ocean to understand its health and biodiversity. Thanks to local leadership, traditional knowledge, and strong science, the country has been able to protect large swaths of its marine environment. (National Geographic/Nova West)

Takalo warriors await the arrival of the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition team. National Geographic Pristine Seas explored the marine ecosystem in Niue -a small island nation in the tropical Pacific. Local and international scientists surveyed the ocean to understand its health and biodiversity. Thanks to local leadership, traditional knowledge, and strong science, the country has been able to protect large swaths of its marine environment. (National Geographic/Nova West) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_25.jpg

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A Takalo warriors awaits the arrival of the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition team. National Geographic Pristine Seas explored the marine ecosystem in Niue -a small island nation in the tropical Pacific. Local and international scientists surveyed the ocean to understand its health and biodiversity. Thanks to local leadership, traditional knowledge, and strong science, the country has been able to protect large swaths of its marine environment. (National Geographic/Nova West)

A Takalo warriors awaits the arrival of the National Geographic Pristine Seas expedition team. National Geographic Pristine Seas explored the marine ecosystem in Niue -a small island nation in the tropical Pacific. Local and international scientists surveyed the ocean to understand its health and biodiversity. Thanks to local leadership, traditional knowledge, and strong science, the country has been able to protect large swaths of its marine environment. (National Geographic/Nova West) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_24.jpg

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A Niuean girl leaps into Limu pools, popular natural swimming spots protected from the ocean by the limestone formations which surround them. National Geographic Pristine Seas explored the marine ecosystem in Niue -a small island nation in the tropical Pacific. Local and international scientists surveyed the ocean to understand its health and biodiversity. Thanks to local leadership, traditional knowledge, and strong science, the country has been able to protect large swaths of its marine environment. (National Geographic/Nova West)

A Niuean girl leaps into Limu pools, popular natural swimming spots protected from the ocean by the limestone formations which surround them. National Geographic Pristine Seas explored the marine ecosystem in Niue -a small island nation in the tropical Pacific. Local and international scientists surveyed the ocean to understand its health and biodiversity. Thanks to local leadership, traditional knowledge, and strong science, the country has been able to protect large swaths of its marine environment. (National Geographic/Nova West) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_23.jpg

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Andy Cory, the Niuean Honey Man, poses for a portrait. The island's isolation has protected bees from disease and parasites. The bees play an important role in biodiversity in Niue. (National Geographic/James Peterson)

Andy Cory, the Niuean Honey Man, poses for a portrait. The island's isolation has protected bees from disease and parasites. The bees play an important role in biodiversity in Niue. (National Geographic/James Peterson) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_19.jpg

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Honey is harvested in Niue. The island's isolation has protected bees from disease and parasites. The bees play an important role in biodiversity in Niue. (National Geographic/James Peterson)

Honey is harvested in Niue. The island's isolation has protected bees from disease and parasites. The bees play an important role in biodiversity in Niue. (National Geographic/James Peterson) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_18.jpg

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Taumafai Fuhiniu explains traditional Niuean farming techniques while working his family garden and using sustainable practices. (National Geographic/James Peterson)

Taumafai Fuhiniu explains traditional Niuean farming techniques while working his family garden and using sustainable practices. (National Geographic/James Peterson) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_15.jpg

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A Niuean fisherman carries his vaka ashore. Vakas are traditional double-hulled canoes that are used to navigate and fish in rough Pacific waters. National Geographic Pristine Seas explored the marine ecosystem in Niue -a small island nation in the tropical Pacific. Local and international scientists surveyed the ocean to understand its health and biodiversity. Thanks to local leadership, traditional knowledge, and strong science, the country has been able to protect large swaths of its marine environment. (National Geographic/Nova West)

A Niuean fisherman carries his vaka ashore. Vakas are traditional double-hulled canoes that are used to navigate and fish in rough Pacific waters. National Geographic Pristine Seas explored the marine ecosystem in Niue -a small island nation in the tropical Pacific. Local and international scientists surveyed the ocean to understand its health and biodiversity. Thanks to local leadership, traditional knowledge, and strong science, the country has been able to protect large swaths of its marine environment. (National Geographic/Nova West) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_13.jpg

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Local Niueans fish along Falala Fa Sea Track on Marine Day. National Geographic Pristine Seas explored the marine ecosystem in Niue -a small island nation in the tropical Pacific. Local and international scientists surveyed the ocean to understand its health and biodiversity. Thanks to local leadership, traditional knowledge, and strong science, the country has been able to protect large swaths of its marine environment. (National Geographic/Nova West)

Local Niueans fish along Falala Fa Sea Track on Marine Day. National Geographic Pristine Seas explored the marine ecosystem in Niue -a small island nation in the tropical Pacific. Local and international scientists surveyed the ocean to understand its health and biodiversity. Thanks to local leadership, traditional knowledge, and strong science, the country has been able to protect large swaths of its marine environment. (National Geographic/Nova West) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_11.jpg

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National Geographic Pristine Seas scientist Alan Friedlander (right) is welcomed by Brendon Pasisi after arriving in Niue on the Argo. National Geographic Pristine Seas explored the marine ecosystem in Niue -a small island nation in the tropical Pacific. Local and international scientists surveyed the ocean to understand its health and biodiversity. Thanks to local leadership, traditional knowledge, and strong science, the country has been able to protect large swaths of its marine environment. (National Geographic/Nova West)

National Geographic Pristine Seas scientist Alan Friedlander (right) is welcomed by Brendon Pasisi after arriving in Niue on the Argo. National Geographic Pristine Seas explored the marine ecosystem in Niue -a small island nation in the tropical Pacific. Local and international scientists surveyed the ocean to understand its health and biodiversity. Thanks to local leadership, traditional knowledge, and strong science, the country has been able to protect large swaths of its marine environment. (National Geographic/Nova West) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_07.jpg

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Honey is harvested in Niue. The island's isolation has protected bees from disease and parasites. The bees play an important role in biodiversity in Niue. (National Geographic/James Peterson)

Honey is harvested in Niue. The island's isolation has protected bees from disease and parasites. The bees play an important role in biodiversity in Niue. (National Geographic/James Peterson) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_06.jpg

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Andy Cory, the Niuean Honey Man, explains the honey harvest in Niue. The island's isolation has protected bees from disease and parasites. The bees play an important role in biodiversity in Niue. (National Geographic/James Peterson)

Andy Cory, the Niuean Honey Man, explains the honey harvest in Niue. The island's isolation has protected bees from disease and parasites. The bees play an important role in biodiversity in Niue. (National Geographic/James Peterson) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_05.jpg

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Coral Pasisi is the president of Tofia Niue, a Niuan non-profit that works to manage and develop Niue's ocean resources sustainably and holistically for current and future generations. (National Geographic/James Peterson)

Coral Pasisi is the president of Tofia Niue, a Niuan non-profit that works to manage and develop Niue's ocean resources sustainably and holistically for current and future generations. (National Geographic/James Peterson) Posted 05/20/24 101_ProtectingParadiseTheStoryOf_Niue_02.jpg

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