Over the past several decades, many studies have spotlighted the role of "grazers"—fish who feed on algae—in keeping coral reefs clean and healthy. Protecting parrotfish, a family of some 90 ...

Coral diseases, particularly in the Caribbean, have caused major declines in coral populations, especially affecting staghorn ...

Scientists discovered that crabs eat young crown-of-thorns starfish, reducing their population before they damage coral reefs ...

Researchers and tourism operators are alarmed as a survey of the WA coast after an intense marine heatwave reveals ...

palmata) corals, which play a crucial role in reef ecosystems ... each coral was either exposed to a coral-diseased tissue slurry or a healthy tissue slurry (i.e., placebo), creating four ...

“We know from scientific findings that a thriving coral reef ecosystem supports a healthy fish population and its underwater environment attracts tourists. “Mersing is known for its beautiful ...

NHA TRANG, Vietnam (AP) — The gentle waves off the coast of central Vietnam’s Nha Trang obscure an open secret: The life-giving coral reefs below are dying. The waters are eerily devoid of fish. The ...

Coral Reefs in Vietnam Face Collapse ... Only 1% of Vietnam's reefs are still healthy, and in those cases it's because of their remoteness, according to the World Resources Institute.

A recent survey of 21 sites across the Ningaloo Reef suggests a coral death rate between 1 to ... their natural role in keeping the ecosystem healthy. He said there should be more education ...

Metro Detroit residents are in for a brisk start to the spring season as temperatures are set to drop significantly. Read full article: Metro Detroit to face chilly start to spring as temperatures ...