reefs

Published 2018-06-16 costly reefs coral

A new analysis found the flood protection benefits of coral reefs save the global economy $4 billion dollars a year. Christopher Intagliata reports. Learn more …

U.S. Coral Reefs Do $1.8 Billion of Work Per Year

Published 2019-05-09 reefs coral adchoices

By dampening the energy of waves, coral reefs protect coastal cities from flooding damage and other economic losses. Christopher Intagliata reports. Learn more …

Fishy Trick Lures Life Back to Coral Reefs

Published 2019-12-06 fishy reefs coral

Playing the sounds of a healthy reef near damaged corals may help bring the fish community back. Christopher Intagliata reports. Learn more about your ad choice…

Why Coral Reefs Need You to Listen

Published 2024-08-08 keesje isla reefs

Host Rachel Feltman is joined by conservation bioacoustics researcher Isla Keesje Davidson to explore the vibrant world of coral reefs through an unexpected len…

James Cameron’s OceanXplorers Embraces Real- Life Science with Cinematic Flare

Published 2024-08-20 reefs scientificamerican coral

James Cameron is known for his ambitious filmmaking. His newest project is a six-part National Geographic miniseries that goes beneath the waves with the crew o…

Scientists detect ‘pregnant’ coral using ultrasound device

Published 2026-11-07 reefs coral ultrasound

The high-tech method offers a non-invasive way to monitor endangered coral populations. The post Scientists detect ‘pregnant’ coral using ultrasound device appe…