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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 Stonefish Hides in Plain Sight and Packs a Painful Sting
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The stonefish might look like just another rock on the ocean floor, but don't let that fool you; it holds the title of the most venomous fish in the world. If you're not careful, a step on this camouflaged critter could lead to some serious consequences.
The Moray Eel Is a True Eel, Unlike Electric Imposters
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If you’ve ever peered into a crevice while scuba diving and spotted something snakelike with a wide grin and sharp teeth, chances are you’ve encountered a moray eel.
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.
Tasselled Wobbegong Shark: A Goofy-looking Lurker
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With a name that sounds like it belongs in a storybook, the tasselled wobbegong shark is one of the ocean’s most fascinating ambush predators.
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?