The biodiversity of Earth's oceans is disproportionately concentrated in coral reefs—the vibrant undersea ecosystems where ...

A record-breaking global bleaching event impacted an estimated 84% of coral reefs in 2023 and 2024. Marine experts say that ...

Last week, the International Coral Reef Initiative (ICRI), a global partnership and forum of 100-plus governments, NGOs, and ...

The coral reefs of Palmyra Atoll, part of Pacific Islands Heritage Marine National Monument, provide nurseries for many fish ...

The task force leading U.S. efforts to preserve and protect coral reef ecosystems recognized the coral reef and fisheries ...

China's been building artificial islands in the South China Sea over the last decade to expand its control in the area.

Coral reefs are a crucial part of the marine ecosystem, providing habitats for all sorts of marine life and protecting coastlines from storm damage. But scientists say rising ocean temperatures are ...

Coral reef halos, visible from satellites, can indicate reef health by reflecting predator presence and coral layout.

Coral restoration won’t save reefs from global warming, according to a recent study – at least, not the way we’re doing it ...

This coral transfer comes at a critical time. A record-breaking global bleaching event, driven by warming ocean temperatures, has affected 84% of the world’s coral reefs since January 2023, according ...

In coral reefs throughout the world ... "Tracking halos over time may help us keep track of whether predator populations are intact and the reef is healthy." Lisa C. McManus at the University ...