Facilitative interactions are also a hallmark of coral reef ecosystems. Juvenile wrasses, blennies, gobies, and shrimps live on large corals that are frequented by large fishes that are often ...

members of almost every phyla of plants and animals live and die, adding particles and organic material to the sediment, and contributing to the efficient functioning of the coral reef ecosystem.

Of all coral reef ecosystems, Hawaii’s reefs stand out ... by one of nature’s most awe-inspiring environments. They live up to the title of rainforests of the sea for their richness in life ...

Bleached coral dies when exposed to heat stress for too long, threatening the bountiful marine ecosystem that depends on it ...

Coral reefs are a crucial part of the marine ecosystem, providing habitats for all sorts of marine life and protecting coastlines from storm damage. But scientists say rising ocean temperatures are ...

Taking a global perspective to find a sustainable future for coral reef and island ecosystems Palau and other Pacific states have abundant coral ecosystems and some of the world’s richest biodiversity ...

The approach can also be applied to other ecosystems ... less flooding and erosion, saving lives and money. Restoring degraded or destroyed coral reefs could protect nearly 3,000 people each ...