Meet the man mixing concrete and corals to defend Miami in hurricane season
Marine biologist Diego Lirman is part of a team finding innovative ways to protect both Florida coastlines and coral reefs from the effects of climate change.
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"Large-scale" changes in ocean circulation may end coral reefs
Scientists discovered that 2023 marked the worst year for coral bleaching in the Northern Hemisphere, with major reefs suffering.
Kill starfish now to save Great Barrier Reef—Scientists
These starfish can each munch over 100 square feet of coral every year, so culling them can help degrading reefs recover.
Scientists warn of massive ocean problem: "We're in the disaster movie"
The fourth global coral reef bleaching event is underway, impacting at least 53 countries.
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Great Barrier Reef update on "extremely worrying" heatwaves
If the global climate continues to warm, above 3°C pre-industrial levels, this cooling barrier could disappear meaning even more mass bleaching.
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Florida corals ravaged in wake of record-breaking marine heatwave
Researchers found that less than 22 percent of 1,500 staghorn corals were still alive across sites in the Florida Keys.
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El Niño 2023 explained in five illuminating maps
The maps show how this year's weather patterns will affect the U.S. and beyond.
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Scientists might have found a solution to save world's coral reefs
New research found that providing shade to integral reefs such as the Great Barrier Reef may reduce bleaching drastically.
Shocking photos show devastating coral bleaching amid record heat
Sea-surface temperatures around the Florida Keys have hit a record high, devastating the surrounding coral reefs.
Hawaii's corals are being destroyed by wildfires
The wildfires could have "disastrous effects on the local reefs," Mike Rees, founder of Ocean Science & Technology, told Newsweek.
Hundreds of baby seahorses released in bid to save species
The habitats of these seahorses have declined by up to 90 percent in some areas, leading conservationists to release juveniles into seahorse "hotels".
The impact of ocean temperatures hitting 40 year high
Ocean temperatures have been at an all-time high since mid-March, thought to be a result of climate change-driven temperature increases and El Nino.
Huge seaweed clump seen from space as it moves toward Florida
The enormous mat of sargassum seaweed is thought to span 5,000 miles and weigh about 13 million tons.
Grounded luxury yacht damaged 19K square feet of coral reef, officials say
Over 100 coral colonies were found to have been affected, and the towing of the boat left deep "trench-like" scars for nearly 50 feet in the ocean.
Giant seaweed blob heading towards Florida
The massive, 5,000-mile mat of sargassum seaweed is thought to have grown to over twice as wide as the continental U.S. due to fertilizer run-off via rivers.
Mystery Blob-like Creature of 'Blue Goo' On Ocean Floor Baffles Scientists
The NOAA scientists found the otherworldly blob 1,400 feet below the surface of the Caribbean Sea.
Mystery 4,000-Foot Coral Reef Found in the Middle of the Desert
Researchers have discovered remains of a massive coral reef in a desert plain they previously thought was featureless.
How Corals Protect Themselves Against Climate Change
Scientists have studied the relationship between corals, their algae, and the trail of oxygen flow.
Enormous Spotted Eagle Ray Filmed Leaping From Water off Florida Coast
The viral video shows the huge ray leaping from the water, scaring away its companion with a big splash.
Artificial Coral Could Save World's Oceans
Innovative artificial coral from startup Reefy was transported by divers in an aquarium to help bolster coral reef restoration.
3D-Printed Reefs Can Help Fight Coral Reef Devastation
Scientists are fighting for ways to reverse the reduction of coral reefs across the globe and think 3D printing could help bring them back.
'Pristine' Reef Discovered Off Tahiti Coast One of the World's Largest
Other reefs in deeper waters may also exist and offer opportunities for conservation.
Images May Show 'Catastrophic' Levels of Waste From Chinese Vessels
Hundreds of Chinese fishing ships have anchored in the Spratlys region and dumped human waste, sewage, and wastewater, a U.S. expert said Monday.
8 Incredible Scientific Discoveries in 2020
This was a bumper year for breakthroughs in every scientific field, including astronomy and physics.
These Coral Have a Unique Survival Strategy to Recover From Deadly Events
The findings are some rare good news for corals around the world, which are facing numerous severe threats.
First 'Extreme Corals' at Great Barrier Reef Mangrove Lagoons Discovered
"The presence of corals in these extreme mangrove habitats challenges our understanding of the conditions some corals are capable of living in," researcher Emma Camp said.
A Blue Hole Expedition May Help Save the Great Barrier Reef
Ambitious reef-wide health check could provide valuable information to save the largest barrier reef.
Celebrate World Reef Day 2019 at these Ultimate Scuba Diving Locations
Celebrate World Reef Day 2019 in Style at these beautiful beaches.
Tropical Reef Corals Move Toward Poles to Escape Climate Change
"Global warming is happening. As a society, we need to understand how species and ecosystems will respond to such change," said study author Lewis Jones.
Rats Are Starving Coral Reefs of Vital Bird Droppings
The vermin are starving complex ecosystems of a vital but surprising ingredient: bird droppings.