1.

Fish Population Data: Collect information on fish species diversity, abundance, and biomass
in the coral reef ecosystem. Overfishing often leads to a decline in the number and size of fish
populations.

2. Coral Health Data: Assess the health of coral colonies by measuring metrics like coral cover,
diversity of coral species, and signs of coral bleaching and disease.

3. Trophic Interactions: Study the predator-prey relationships within the ecosystem to

understand how overfishing affects the balance of species and their roles in the food web.

4. Benthic Data: Analyze the composition and health of the seafloor, including the presence of
algae and other benthic organisms. Overfishing can disrupt the balance between herbivores and
algae, leading to overgrowth of algae and damage to corals.

5. Water Quality Data: Monitor water quality parameters such as temperature, pH, dissolved
oxygen, and nutrient levels to understand how changes in water conditions impact coral health.

6. Historical Data: Compare current data with historical data to identify trends and changes over
time, which can help pinpoint the effects of overfishing.

7. Socioeconomic Data: Consider the impact on local communities and their dependence on
reef resources. This includes data on fishing practices, economic dependency on fisheries, and
any regulations or management efforts in place.