"Despite the great value of this area, it is in danger." Years-long restoration project sees success as hundreds of ...

Microplastics have raised concerns among scientists and the public in recent years due to their widespread presence and ...

July 1, 2024 — A new study of coral reefs in Papua New Guinea shows ocean acidification simplifies coral structure, making crucial habitat less appealing to certain fish ... Researchers Identify ...

Sharks are leaving coral reef habitats as changes in the global climate influence ocean warming and bleaching, according to a ...

A new theory explains how juvenile crown-of-thorns sea stars (commonly known as starfish) can destabilize coral reefs. The 'degraded reef framework' explains how the loss of live coral, which crown-of ...

Sea turtles, ancient creatures vital to marine ecosystems, face increasing threats from climate change and human activities.

What are some of the fascinating sea plants? They play an essential role in the marine ecosystem by providing food, shelter ...

The move "acts as another layer of defense to safeguard" Florida's critically endangered corals from climate change, ...

Coral reefs are critical for fisheries, tourism, protecting against coastal erosion — and they help develop life-saving ...

Railcars once filled with hustling commuters in the city of Atlanta are now 65 feet below the Atlantic Ocean filled with inquisitive fish, sea turtles and coral.

Moore points to two reasons the reefs have been harmed. One is past erosion and the other is man-made. That's why the ...