3,686 km off the coast of Chile lies Easter Island. The island is known locally as "Rapa Nui," and it is truly a wild and one of a kind place teeming with marine life. 

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The reef structure is composed of predominantly two coral species, Pocillopora verrucosa and Porites lobata, and is home to many endemic species such as tipi tipi 'uri (Chaetodon litus), a black and white butterflyfish.

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I accompanied several researchers as a research assistant where I prepped materials and participated in some scientific dives. I also spearheaded an outreach initiative for elementary students that featured a coloring and activity book about the coastal ecosystem.