Without reefs, billions of sea life species would suffer ... coral ecosystems within just a few months. Half of the US Caribbean coral died in one massive bleaching event back in 2005.

So far the marine ecosystem has proven resilient to coral bleaching ... gleams against the blue Caribbean Sea. Healthy reefs support a food chain that links plankton to predators.

as coral reefs continue to build themselves up, the framework of the coral reef is filled with sediment and cemented with calcite and aragonite. If sea level changes, the reefs become exposed to ...

The Caribbean is synonymous with clear blue waters and vibrant coral reefs — perfect for snorkelers ... in this beautiful ...

Two iconic Australian reefs face simultaneous coral bleaching, highlighting urgent threats to ocean ecosystems ...

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 Caribbean is chockablock with amazing tropical ... or hard hiking trail access on the island. Guadeloupe's coral reefs are also worth checking out; they're home to nearly 60 coral species ...

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 ...

Coral reefs perform many important functions, such as buffering coastlines and providing habitat for one-fourth of all marine species. In the U.S. alone, these ecological services are worth an ...