Women seaweed farmers in Kikungwi, Unguja, Zanzibar, are struggling with the growing challenges of climate change and plastic ...

The rich resources of Pacific kelp forests helped humans populate the Americas. Now depleted by as much as 95 percent, they need our help to recover.

Two Russian divers were reported missing off a popular resort in Batangas province in February. The following day, news reports said they were found dead and were attacked by sharks. Later, autopsy ...

Crown-of-thorns sea stars eat coral and, during episodic population outbreaks, cause extensive losses in coral reefs. The sea stars’ unexplained ... Decapod crabs occupy a lower trophic level than ...

Coral diseases, particularly in the Caribbean, have caused major declines in coral populations, especially affecting staghorn ...

More information: Mark G. Meekan et al, Predator removals, trophic cascades and outbreaks of crown-of-thorns starfish on coral reefs, Communications Biology (2025). DOI: 10.1038/s42003-025-07716-6 ...

KILAUEA — The Spring Break Coral Reef Kids Camp made a big splash this week, combining adventure and education to inspire the next generation of ocean stewards. Reef Guardians Hawaii began its 9 ...

Experts warn that rising sea levels could swallow parts of its iconic ... Experts told CNA that planting artificial coral reefs, installing barrages and beach nourishment are some solutions ...

Coral Reefs in Vietnam Face Collapse. Can Conservation Efforts Turn the Tide? NHA TRANG, Vietnam (AP) — The gentle waves off the coast of central Vietnam's Nha Trang obscure an open secret ...