Corals are one of the most complex species on the planet. Reefs constructed of a clear skeleton framework host microscopic zooxanthellae, bringing color and life to a benthic community. Coral reefs protect juvenile fish and human habitats along shorelines. They serve as vital revenue for those living on ocean coasts.
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︎︎︎ aquatic culture
Between 50-85% of all essential atmospheric oxygen is generated from the photosynthetic processes associated with corals.
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- architect of the sea
- symbiotic relationship between flora and fauna
- largest source of oxygen on the planet
- largest marine ecosystem
- reaching critical point of no return