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How Coral Reefs Work
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Coral reefs are the rainforests of the sea, home to many, many marine fish species. Learn more coral reef facts and see coral reef photos and maps.
It Takes a DJ: Healthy Reef Sounds May Lure Fish to Damaged Reefs
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If it looks like a party is on, maybe they'll come back. Playing the sounds of a noisy, healthy coral reef can attract important fish species to devastated reef habitats.
What If All the Coral Reefs Disappeared?
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Coral reefs are pretty cool. More than just snorkeling destinations, they shelter tons of marine life — creatures many of us depend on for food and medicine. So what would happen if the coral reefs disappeared? Here's a hint: It isn't good.
Hawaii Proposes Ban on Certain Sunscreens to Save Coral Reefs
Scientists have found that chemicals in some sunscreens can cause coral bleaching, prompting the Hawaii state legislature to propose an exhaustive ban on them.
Scientists Develop Quick-Growing Coral Method to Save Dying Reefs
Coral grows faster when it's cut or broken and scientists are taking advantage of that to replenish depleted reefs.
The Ultimate Great Barrier Reef Quiz
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The Great Barrier Reef, situated along the northeastern coast of Australia, is a marine ecosystem unrivaled by any other in the world. Renowned for its natural, unchanged beauty, it is visited by millions of tourists every year. Take this quiz to learn more about this natural aquatic wonderland.
The Hawksbill Turtle Is a Critically Endangered Sea Turtle
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The hawksbill turtle is one of the world's rarest and most unique sea turtle species. Its rarity is due to centuries of poaching for its magnificent patterned shell.
Researchers Stunned by Gorgeous New Fish Find
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Scientific divers from the California Academy of Sciences discover new species of dazzling, neon-colored fish. HowStuffWorks look at the new find.
How Cremation Works
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First, you burn the body until only brittle, pulverized bones are left. These remains are pulverized into ashes, and then placed into urns -- or diamonds, coral reefs and even outer space.
Man-made Islands Are More Common Than You Think
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Man has been building islands all over the world for centuries using extraordinary feats of engineering. But at what cost to the environment?