Saving the world’s coral reefs by speeding up evolution Scientists race to protect coral polyps — and the fragile ecosystems they host — from becoming deep-sea ghost towns. Laura Boast ...

Scientists from the University of Technology Sydney are searching for “super corals,” species that are naturally more ...

Coral reef conservation needs to take an equitable approach and include local impacted communities in decision-making and ...

Coral reefs support some of the most biodiverse ecosystems on the planet, but lately they've been struggling. Even though they are only found in one per cent of the ocean, reefs are home to 25 per ...

While reefs are major contributors to many coastal tourist economies, saving the world’s coral isn’t just about having pretty places for vacationers to explore.

Atlantis Paradise Islands reports urgent efforts in the Bahamas to save endangered coral reefs via a new gene bank for ...

Coral reefs are vital ecosystems for people and coastal communities. They provide food and livelihoods and protect coastlines from storms, contribute to local economies and preserve cultural heritage.

Reefs have been battered by cyclones and starfish that eat coral, but heat stress driven by climate change is the main cause ...

Even though coral reefs can recover from bleaching events, the process, much like the regrowth of a forest following a windstorm or wildfire, requires a considerable amount of time. And, as our ...