The Coral Planters

The substantial increase in ocean temperature resulting from climate change, in conjunction with the El Niño weather phenomenon, which causes ocean surface waters to warm (Fig. 1), has directly led to the onset of a fourth episode of coral bleaching. In light of these developments, NOAA (the US oceanic and atmospheric observing agency) has enhanced […]

Butterflyfish (Chaetodontidae) Butterflyfish, belonging to the Chaetodontidae family, are colourful creatures measuring between 12 and 22 cm. Their diet consists mainly of coral polyps, sea anemones and sometimes small crustaceans and algae. ©The Coral Planters Size: Approximately 12 to 22 cm, depending on the species Diet: Feeds mainly on coral polyps, sea anemones and occasionally

This article examines the corals found in the warm waters of the Indian and Pacific Oceans, often located in areas subject to strong wave action. Among these corals, Acropora humilis, Acropora digitifera, Acropora cytherea, Acropora nasuta, Acropora secale, Acropora hyacinthus and other similar species are being affected by warming waters and anthropogenic pollution, leading to

The harmful chemicals in sunscreens cause environmental stress, which contributes to coral bleaching, a phenomenon that is devastating 25% of marine life.