What are corals? Anatomy of a polyp (Source: NOAA) Coral biology Corals are invertebrate animals belonging to a large group of colourful and fascinating animals called Cnidaria. Other …

Dec 9, 2022 · The IUCN Red List now includes 150,388 species, of which 42,108 are threatened with extinction. Over 1,550 of the 17,903 marine animals and plants assessed are at risk of …

Oct 4, 2023 · What happens when corals bleach? And are all corals the same? Coral bleaching is a phenomenon that occurs when corals lose their vibrant colors due to stress. A coral …

Coral reefs are often called the rainforests of the sea, both due to the vast amount of species they harbour, and to the high productivity they yield. Aside from the hundreds of species of coral, …

Aug 8, 2025 · A new report by the Australian Institute of Marine Science’s Long-Term Monitoring Program (LTMP), published 6 August 2025, presents the latest findings on coral cover across …

May 8, 2025 · Through showcasing the beauty of corals and the array of life within them, to an uninhabited and barren world because of human impact, it communicates key facts about …

Hotels and resorts may also discharge untreated sewage and wastewater into the ocean, polluting the water and encouraging the growth of algae, which competes with corals for space on the …

Apr 23, 2025 · Local solutions including well-planned coral restoration, reducing pollution, stopping overfishing, and selective breeding of corals can increase reef health and improve …

The word coral conjures images of tropical waters and colourful reefs within snorkelling distance of the shore. These are tropical corals and are among the most studied and loved ecosystems …

1- Overall Status of Coral Reefs in Egypt The diverse coral reef ecosystems of the Egyptian Red Sea have evolved from the area’s unique geological and bio-geographic features. In the north, …