Coral reefs are one of the most diverse ecosystems on the planet ... High sedimentation rates can also bury or smother these sessile animals. While corals gain some nutrition from their symbiotic ...

The Ice Warriors Struggling to SurvivePolar bears are often considered the poster child for climate change due to their ...

Using collections, SCUBA, submersibles, and more we ask questions about marine biodiversity, coastal ecosystems, coral reefs, the deep sea, and the impact of climate change. The Smithsonian conducts a ...

Giant clams grow huge by relying on algae for energy. Scientists found genes that help them live with algae and grow big.

members of almost every phyla of plants and animals live and die, adding particles and organic material to the sediment, and contributing to the efficient functioning of the coral reef ecosystem.

New research reveals how resident algae altered the genome of these fabled sea creatures, allowing them to access more nutrients.

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 ...

While it might seem harmless, this ecosystem is fragile ... darts by will not necessarily harm the coral reef, the more ...

The collapse of Florida’s oyster reefs serves as a stark reminder of the interconnected challenges we face: freshwater ...