Learn how coral reefs drive daily changes in ocean microbes — a process that shapes how nutrients and energy move through ...

Like in humans, microbe levels can indicate health of ecosystem, say scientists from Hebrew University of Jerusalem and ...

Coral reefs shape the daily rise and fall of nearby microbes, organizing them into rhythms that influence how reef ecosystems ...

Coral reefs are often described as biodiversity hotspots, but new research shows they also act as powerful regulators of the ...

Researchers have found that playing the sounds of happy corals through underwater speakers could allow degrading coral reefs to regain lost vitality. A team of scientists played recordings of healthy ...

New research shows that reducing overfishing could help coral reefs produce more fish and support food security in many ...

Coral reefs, some of the most stunningly beautiful marine ecosystems on Earth, are dying. Ninety percent of them will likely be gone by 2050 due to rising ocean temperatures and pollution. “But it’s ...

A healthy coral reef in Sulawesi, Indonesia. Reefs like this provide islands with protection from storms and erosion and are a critical habitat for many species. [Related: World’s largest known ...

In addition to the tragic loss of life and property on fire-ravaged Maui, scientists are also concerned about the environmental damage, both on land and under water. Biologists who have spent decades ...

Abraham “Snake” Ah Hee rides waves when the surf’s up and dives for octopus and shells when the water is calm. The lifelong Lahaina, Hawaii, resident spends so much time in the ocean that his wife ...

A dead coral reef, destroyed years ago by fishermen, has been brought back to life after scientists installed specially-made steel frames into the sea floor and coaxed transplanted coral to grow and ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. As ocean temperatures continue to soar, the world’s coral reefs ...