Coral Reefs
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Great Barrier Reef Coral Bleaching is 'Worst in its History'
By Mindy Weisberger published
Australia's Great Barrier Reef corals are in trouble, with the northern part of the reef experiencing "the worst mass bleaching event in its history."
Meet 'Squishy Fingers': Flexible Robot Advances Undersea Research
By Laura Geggel published
There's a new soft and squishy robot in town, and it's ready for some serious underwater business.
Hot Oceans Are Killing Coral Reefs Around the World
By Brian Kahn published
For only the third time on record, coral bleaching is occurring across the globe and climate change is to blame.
From a Childhood Fascination with Fish to a Career in Conservation
By Emily Darling published
Coral reefs are key to wildlife, and human, survival — and they may yet be saved.
Beautiful Corals in Home Aquariums Can Poison You
By Rachael Rettner published
Aquarium enthusiasts and people who work in aquarium stores should be aware that some types of coral produce dangerous toxins.
Red Sea's Glowing Corals are Rainbow of Colors
By Elizabeth Goldbaum published
Deep in the Red Sea, beyond the reach of most scuba divers, coral reefs are putting on a glowing, colorful show, scientists have discovered.
Coral Pyramids in Micronesia Date Back to Middle Ages
By Megan Gannon published
New evidence reveals that the ancient coral tombs of Leluh in Micronesia could be up to 700 years old — much older than previously thought.
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