When Palacio and her team examined coral reefs after the 2015–2016 heat wave, they found that particular corals called ...

Deep in the Solomon Islands, researchers have made a stunning discovery—a massive sea creature so large it can be seen from ...

The Great Barrier Reef is known for its biodiversity, breathtaking coral formations, and importance in marine life. Learn why ...

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

Coral reef research has focused on the twin evils birthed by record-high greenhouse gas emissions: warming oceans and increasingly acidic seawater. These global threats are caused by seawater ...

Giant clams, among the largest mollusks in the ocean, are a fascinating part of tropical coral reefs. These enormous ...

Giant clams, some of the largest mollusks on Earth, have long fascinated scientists. These impressive creatures can grow up to 4.5 feet in length and weigh over 700 pounds, making them icons of ...

In the late 1980s, ocean temperatures were rising at a rate of 0.06°C per decade, according to experts from the University of Reading. Now, that rate has surged to a whopping 0.27°C per decade.

“Understanding their genetics and ecology helps us better understand the coral reef ecosystem ... When the ocean water becomes too warm, the clams expel the symbiotic algae from their tissues. Without ...

Impact on Marine Wildlife Extreme heat in the oceans devastates coral reefs, which thrive in a narrow range of temperatures. Warm water is best for corals and their symbiotic algae, ideally between 23 ...