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This stunning underwater art museum is now open in the Maldives

British environmental artist Jason deCaires Taylor recently completed his latest work, and it's his most stunning...

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University of Queensland wants to drop “bommies” on the Great Barrier Reef

Experts at the University of Queensland are experimenting with a new way of saving Australia's Great Barrier Reef...

A variety of coral in the Belize Barrier Reef

Belize Barrier Reef recovers and is removed from UNESCO ‘In Danger’ list

Thanks to a comprehensive conservation effort, the exceptionally diverse Belize Barrier Reef has recovered so much...

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Florida coral reefs plagued with mysterious disease

With coral reefs under threat worldwide, researchers in Florida are racing to understand and treat a mysterious...

An aerial view of the Great Barrier Reef off Australia's east coast

Australia is investing over $377 million to save the Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef provides $6.4 billion AUD to Australia's economy every year — and the government just...

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Scientists made a liquid ‘umbrella’ to protect coral reefs from sun damage

Researchers have crafted a new liquid substance that can be sprayed onto the surface of the water above vulnerable...

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You can own one of six lighthouses for about $10K — here’s how

If you’ve ever dreamt of snuggling up in a lighthouse with a cozy book and hot cocoa, here’s your chance. The...

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Rising ocean temperatures are cooking the Great Barrier Reef to death

Australia's Great Barrier Reef offers dramatic evidence of the reality of climate change. Scientists have found...

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Hawaii aims to ban coral reef-killing chemical sunscreens

For a long time we've been told to slather on sunblock to protect our skin from harsh ultraviolet radiation, but...

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Ancient city constructed on a coral reef remains the only one of its kind

On the island of Pohnpei, Micronesia rest the remarkable ruins of Nan Madol, the only ancient city ever constructed...

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Malaysia just established a massive 1-million-hectare marine park

After over 13 years of negotiation and planning between conservation groups, the government, and the fishing industry,...

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Intricate laser-cut wooden sculptures resemble spiraling coral reefs

Joshua Abarbanel's beautiful wooden sculptures combine natural materials with marine inspiration. His latest...

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The Florida Keys reef has ‘pretty much gone to hell,’ says scientist

Marine scientists have been keeping a close eye on the health of coral reefs in the Florida Keys, where acidic...

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Scientists discover a 600-mile-long coral reef in the most unlikely place

You might think a 600-mile long coral reef is something that wouldn’t go unnoticed, but that’s exactly what’s...

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World’s largest underwater restaurant installed in the Maldives

Looking for a unique dining experience on your next trip abroad? The Hurawalhi Island Resort in the Maldives just...

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Microsoft co-founder destroys protected Cayman Islands reef

Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen is coming under fire for an accident involving his massive 300-foot yacht, which...

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14 Stunning photos of the Earth remind us how important conservation is for all of us

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Noah Oasis Skyscraper transforms offshore oil rigs into vertical bio-habitats

The skyscraper would function on three levels: it would address the urgency of damage control when it comes to...

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8 Ton Volkswagon Beetle Sculpture Joins 400 Other Objects in an Artificial Reef in Mexico

Although typically associated with the more benign variety of consumer, the Beetle is nonetheless a popular icon...

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Artist Jason deCaires Taylor Builds an Incredible Coral Reef from Sunken Statues

We probably don’t have to mention the life-threatening conditions natural reefs are under today due to human...

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Solar-Powered Electric Coral Reef Station Stimulates Coral Growth

The electric coral reef station floats between areas that require coral reefs to dissipate storms near coastlines....

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Atelier Fernandez & Serres’ Residential Block Mimics Pink Mediterranean Coral Reef in France

Located directly on the waterfront, the six-story tall building is almost entirely encased by the wavy concrete...

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Australian Coal Port Expansion Will Hasten the Great Barrier Reef’s Death, Activists Say

Photo via Shutterstock With an apparent disregard for warnings from scientists, fishermen and even UNESCO, Australian...

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Reef Arabia Plants 3D Printed Coral Reefs to Restore Persian Gulf Marine Life

Coral reefs only cover about 0.1 percent of the world's ocean surface and they’re still disappearing at an alarming...

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Half of World’s Coral Reefs Destroyed in Last 30 Years, According to New Survey

Half of the world's coral reefs have been destroyed over the past three decades, according to a recent Catlin Seaview...

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Scientists to Use Google’s Underwater Street View to Better Understand Coral Reefs

The beauty of Google Street View is that it can instantly transport you to faraway places, giving you an on-the-ground...

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“Iron Man” Ocean Jetpacks Could Cause Harm to Coral and Fish Populations

Fishermen, scientists, and state officials in Hawaii are questioning the safety of “Iron Man”-style jetpacks...

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The Caribbean has Lost 80% of its Coral Reefs According to Catlin Seaview Survey

Coral reef photo from Shutterstock Overall, the world has already lost 40% of its corals due to pollution, climate...

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Amy Eisenfeld Genser Recreates the Beauty of Underwater Reefs in Paper

Appearing as a coral reef viewed from above, Amy Eisenfeld Genser creates large-scale works that combine sculpture...

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New Study Shows Global Coral Bleaching Could Occur by 2056

JonMilnes / Shutterstock Coral bleaching occurs when sea temperatures rise and kill algae that are the source...

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