How tiny algae shaped the evolution of giant clams
Giant clams, some of the largest mollusks on Earth, have long fascinated scientists. These impressive creatures can grow up ...
‘Walking’ coral moves like jellyfish toward blue light, new study finds
Scientists found a free-living coral species actively travels toward blue light resembling its natural habitat and moves like ...
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Great Barrier Reef Sees Unprecedented Coral Bleaching
Researchers are urging policymakers to take action in light of 'catastrophic' damage to the world's largest coral reef system ...
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Giant clams grow huge without eating much protein
Giant clams grow huge by relying on algae for energy. Scientists found genes that help them live with algae and grow big.
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How tiny algae help giant clams grow big and shape coral reefs
Giant clams, among the largest mollusks in the ocean, are a fascinating part of tropical coral reefs. These enormous ...
Coral bleaching on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef reaches ‘catastrophic’ levels, study finds
Record-breaking ocean heat has taken a devastating toll on one of the world’s greatest natural wonders, with coral bleaching ...
Scientists discover 'catastrophic' levels of coral bleaching at Great Barrier Reef
More than 40% of corals monitored near an island in the southern reef were killed last year, according to a new study. Find ...
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Coral bleaching has reached "catastrophic" levels on the Great Barrier Reef
Record ocean heat has taken a devastating toll on one of the world’s greatest natural wonders, with coral bleaching on ...
Suffocating seas: Low oxygen levels emerging as third major threat to tropical coral reefs
Coral reef research has focused on the twin evils birthed by record-high greenhouse gas emissions: warming oceans and ...
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Diversity of Corals, Algae in Indian Ocean Suggests Resilience to Future Global Warming (3 of 3) (IMAGE)
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