Coral Reef Conservation Program

Have you ever wondered how corals survive during low tide and intense sunlight? 🤔 This Reel we present a fascinating insight into the world of corals and their unique adaptations to changing environments. Did you know that corals produce a type of mucus or slime that helps protect them from the sun and dehydration during low tide? 🤯🙀🌞 As the tide recedes, corals are exposed to the sun and air, which can lead to dehydration, overheating, and bleaching. To counter this, they release a mucus la

Coral reefs provide an ecosystem to a plethora of marine life, so it comes as no surprise that they have been dubbed "the rainforests of the seas". #WorldOceanWeek #EarthCapture by kentaro65 via Instagram | BBC Earth