A model run takes a location, a date, and a selection of variables.
- Set the reef location in the location selector.
- Set the reference date, for example
09/03/2025.
- Enter the environmental and biological variables, or upload an existing
dataset.
- Tick the variables the run should include.
- Set Use New Model according to the modelling method required.
- Select Generate.
| Input |
Detail |
| Location |
Selects and edits the reef being modelled. Used to give context to the environmental parameters |
| Date |
Sets the reference date for the model |
| Variable |
Meaning |
| Temperature |
Sea surface or water column temperature |
| Salinity |
Salt concentration of the water |
| Water Turbidity |
Clarity of the water |
| Water Current |
Speed and direction of water movement |
| Sedimentation |
Level of sediment deposition on the reef |
| Variable |
Meaning |
| Coral Disease Species |
The pathogen or disease type being modelled |
| Drupella Density |
Population density of Drupella, a corallivorous snail that stresses coral |
| Parrotfish Density |
Density of parrotfish, which graze algae |
| Butterflyfish Density |
Density of butterflyfish, an indicator of reef health |
| Total Coral Cover |
Percentage of the reef area covered by coral |
| Coral Density |
Number of coral colonies per unit area |
| Control |
Effect |
| Variable checkboxes |
Select which variables the run includes |
| Use New Model |
Switches between modelling methods |
| Generate |
Runs the predictive analysis over the current inputs |
Generate produces a prediction of coral disease spread for the location
and period supplied. The prediction is rendered in the browser.
The output includes a predicted growth rate or spread area, a risk assessment
for the location and period, and a visual or tabular summary.
- Overview covers capabilities and intended use.