Marine Disaster: Ships May Be Fueling a Coral-Killing Epidemic
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…
Coral Reefs News
Fathoming the Mysterious Hidden Heatwaves That Threaten Coral Reefs
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…
Highest Coral Cover in Central, Northern Great Barrier Reef Since Monitoring Began 36 Years Ago
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)…
Maximizing Genetic Diversity and Adaptability: First-Ever “Family Tree” for Aquarium-Bred Corals
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…
Temperature Drops Can Cause Catastrophic Coral Collapse
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…
A Mystery Solved: Why Does Coral Glow?
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…
Sea Corals Found To Be a Source of an Elusive “Anti-Cancer” Compound
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…
“Ugly” Reef Fish Are Most in Need of Conservation Support Due to Their Ecological Traits and Evolutionary History
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…
Iconic British Corals Predicted To Be Resilient to Climate Change
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…
“Traffic Calming” – Coral Reef Fish Breed More Successfully if Motorboat Noise Is Reduced
Coral reef fish breed more successfully if motorboat noise is reduced, new research shows. Scientists introduced “traffic calming” on three coral reefs for an entire…
Living Corals Mapped for the First Time Before and After Marine Heat Wave: Winners and Losers Discovered
Research findings could help manage and build a resilient network of coral reefs. As the world’s ocean temperatures rise, so will the number of cases…
Experts Warn: Urgent Action Required To Protect World’s Coral Reefs From Disappearing Within 30 Years
An international team of environmental scientists has published a series of significant recommendations to protect, conserve and study the world’s coral reefs – the ‘canaries…
Hawaiian Corals Show Surprising Resilience to Warming Oceans From Climate Change
22-month study provides realistic conditions, scientists say. A long-term study of Hawaiian coral species provides a surprisingly optimistic view of how they might survive warmer…
Corals Can Be “Trained” To Tolerate Heat Stress From Climate Change
Researchers apply stressful temperature treatment to laboratory corals to boost heat tolerance. A new study led by researchers at the University of Miami (UM) Rosenstiel…
Paris Agreement Climate Limits Still Catastrophic for Coral Reefs
Limiting global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels will still be catastrophic for coral reefs, new research suggests. Scientists led by the University of Leeds…
Fish Predators Help Control Coral-Eating Crown-of-Thorns Starfish on Great Barrier Reef
Reef fish, such as emperors, tropical snappers, and rockcods, help keep numbers of coral-eating crown-of-thorns starfish in check on the Great Barrier Reef. Reef fish,…
Climate Change Will Destroy Environments, Create New Ones, and Undermine Efforts To Protect Sea Life
Climate change is altering familiar conditions of the world’s oceans and creating new environments that could undermine efforts to protect sea life in the world’s…
Sex and the Symbiont: Can Algae Hookups Help Corals Survive Climate Change?
Rice biologists’ discovery can be used to help climate-challenged reefs survive for now. A little more sexy time for symbionts could help coral reefs survive…
