When hundreds of eerily perfect circles were discovered on the bottom of the Mediterranean Sea, theories abounded about what they could mean. Four years of underwater research revealed a lost world.

New study reveals that coral reefs in the Gulf of Eilat experienced a surprising 3,000-year "shutdown" in growth, from about 4,400 to 1,000 years ago, likely due to a temporary drop in sea level that ...

But they're in danger of dying off. The planet has already lost 50% of its coral in the last 30 years. If the rest go, the consequences would be dire. Sea life has the most to lose. Coral reefs ...

2025 — Scientists have developed a novel tool designed to protect and conserve coral reefs by providing them with an abundance of feeding ... Multinational Research Project Shows How Life on ...

Coral reefs trap microplastics due to their mucus. Researchers confirmed that coral mucus acts as an adhesive.

Tropical rainforests and coral reefs are both highly complex ecosystems that are rich in biodiversity. Coral reefs are often described as underwater rainforests. -- Maui Ocean Center photo ...

The loss of corals may dramatically impact a diversity of sea life that depends on Alaska corals, and many undocumented areas of coral growth may already be damaged beyond repair. It's critical that ...

If you've ever spent time snorkeling or scuba diving in a healthy coral reef, you've likely been enchanted by the magic of ...

Often referred to as “rainforests of the sea,” coral reefs are perhaps the greatest, most vibrant expressions of ocean life. Yet due to global warming, already-delicate coral reefs throughout the ...

Because the fish are used to human presence, many visitors also liked getting such a close-up view of the sea life – though others found this a bit unnatural. To reach the Coral Gardens ...

Corals are foundational for ocean life. Known as the rainforests of the sea, they create habitats for 25% of all marine organisms, despite only covering less than 1% of the ocean's area.

So far the marine ecosystem has proven resilient to coral bleaching ... bonaci), seen here consuming a snapper. The night sea pulsates with life unseen during the day. Marine worms attracted ...