The Hidden Parasite Wreaking Havoc on Caribbean Sea Urchins
Scientists have identified the parasite Philaster apodigitiformis as the cause of the severe die-off of long-spined sea urchins across the Caribbean, leading to an 85%…
Scientists have identified the parasite Philaster apodigitiformis as the cause of the severe die-off of long-spined sea urchins across the Caribbean, leading to an 85%…
The new treatment provides a viable alternative to traditional antibiotic treatment, minimizing the threat of resistant pathogenic bacteria. Scientists from the Smithsonian’s National Museum of…
New findings from research conducted in Moorea reveal that the existence of coral skeletons has a significant impact on the recovery of reefs following bleaching…
Light pollution from coastal cities is causing coral reefs to spawn outside their optimal reproductive times, reducing the chances of coral egg fertilization and new…
In a study exploring the various species of algal symbionts associated with reef corals throughout the Indo-Pacific region, researchers discovered a high degree of flexibility…
Researchers led by Dr. Sarah Davis have published a study in the journal PeerJ Life and Environment aiming to build consensus on the understanding of…
Researchers created a toolkit for determining the clarity and surface temperature of coastal waters. The data is freely accessible data and can help assess reefs…
Penn State’s new research underscores the vital role of water clarity in coral reef conservation. The study reveals that underwater light intensity significantly impacts coral…
The largest spatial assessment to date highlights the need for improved management practices and coral restoration efforts in Florida. According to recent research, 70% of…
These new findings may provide a basis for developing strategies to prevent the further spread of the disease. According to a recent study conducted by…
From April to May 2019, the coral reefs near the French Polynesian island of Moorea in the central South Pacific Ocean suffered severe and prolonged…
This year the northern and central Great Barrier Reef have recorded their highest amount of coral cover since the Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS)…
Pedigree provides insights for maximizing genetic diversity and adaptability in corals bred for conservation. Corals bred in public aquaria provide novel research opportunities and a…
Cold water shock is linked to catastrophic coral collapse in the Eastern Pacific, according to a new study. Climate change-related marine heat waves are recognized…
Researchers have proved for the first time that corals’ fluorescent colors are intended to attract prey. For the first time, a recent study from Tel…
Researchers find that sea corals are a source of a sought-after “anti-cancer” compound The ocean floor is riddled with mysteries, but scientists have just discovered…
Machine learning enables largest study to date on aesthetic preferences and fish ecology. What makes a fish beautiful to humans? Is it colorful, symmetrical, and…
An iconic coral species found in UK waters could expand its range due to climate change, according to a new study. The pink sea fan…