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Articles related to "Coral Reefs"
Coral Reefs Coral reefs are found around the world. Their biodiversity is great, but they are in danger of being destroyed. coral reef • intertidal zone • coral reef locations • zooxanthellae • fringing reef
Deep Sea Corals Federal policies are not working to protect deep-sea essential fish habitat. Cold water corals need more attention drawn to them, just like tropical corals. deep sea corals • cold water corals • coral reefs and conservation • coral conservation • corals and medicine
New Hope for Coral Reefs from Map Conservationists have developed a scientific model that accurately maps where coral reefs are in the most trouble and identifies regions where reefs can be protected. new hope for coral reefs from map • study predicts where corals are at risk • wildlife conservation society coral reef model • international institute for geo-information scienc • ecological modelling study of coral reef damage
Coral Reefs of the Pacific The Reef Check report of the Global Coral Reef Monitoring Network, released on December 6, 2004 highlights threats to future health of the ocean's coral reefs and the consequences caused by pollution, deforestation, over-fishing and destructive fishing practices will have on reef environments. global coral reef monitoring network • carbon dioxide • global warming • bio-diversity • malthusian over-fishing
Carbon Releases Menace Coral Reefs Increased global levels of carbon dioxide emissions and temperatures will raise levels of ocean acidification and threaten the long term survival of coral reef ecosystems global warming • ocean acidification • coral bleaching • environmental stewardship • geoss
The Hyperbolic Crochet Coral Reef Midwestern crocheters, crocheters visiting the Chicagoland Area, and those who appreciate crochet, will want to check out The Hyperbolic Crochet Coral Reef in Chicago. hyperbolic crochet coral reef • geometric crochet • mathematics and crochet • math crochet • crochet exhibit
Be a Friend of the Oceans Help save the world's ocean resources by taking ACTION today. scuba diving • scuba diving • scuba • scuba • ocean conservation
Additional Links for 1997 Articles environmental web sites • websites • links • coral reef • endangered species
Coral Bleaching Various stress factors can cause corals to lose their algae which destroys the habitat. global warming • coral reefs • sea temperature • light • rise in sea level
Corals A discussion of the basic characteristics of corals-Taxonomy, Anatomy, Ecology, Food and Feeding, Life Cycle, and Associated Fauna and Flora. coral • corals • coral reefs • reef • invertebrates
Save A Reef Learn how we can save the world's coral reefs. scuba diving • scuba diving • scuba • scuba • skin diving
World Conservation Monitoring Centre<BR>Site Review World Conservation Monitoring Centre, Endagered Trees, Endangered Species, Coral Reefs, Mangrove, CITES world conservation monitoring centre • endangered trees • endangered species • coral reefs • mangrove
Buck Island Reef National Monument Buck Island near St. Croix US Virgin Islands offers excellent snorkeling and scuba diving on a protected coral reef in one of the few underwater national monuments. buck island • st croix us virgin islands • usvi • us virgin islands vacations • coral reefs
Boating Facts Lizard Island Aust A Great Barrier Reef island north of Cairns, surrounded by white sand beaches cascading into fringing coral gardens lizard island • tropical boating • great barrier reef • australian island • coral reef
Collecting Cone Shells The toxins produced by some of the cones can be more than painful; they can be lethal. collecting cone shells • harpoon of the living animal • venoms and toxins • medical uses • danger to humans
Feeding Marine Invertebrates Success with motile invertebrates like coral requires appropriate nutrition that comes in the form of an unlikely sounding product - reef snow. feeding coral • reef snow • marine snow • marinesnow • zooplex
Fish For Your Miniature Reef Tank Once a saltwater aquarium or nano reef is stabilized and the salinity level is at an acceptable level, it is time to add fish, invertebrates and coral. selecting reef tank fish • selecting saltwater aquarium fish • selecting nano reef fish • reef tank coral • reef tank invertebrates
Japan's 28 National Parks Covering 5% of Japan's land mass, Japan' s national parks contain the most scenic areas with hiking trails, seashores, hot springs, water-loving monkeys, and even bears. japan's national parks • forests wetlands seashores coral reefs and wildlif • hokkaido okinawa and ogasawara islands • volcanic hot springs • monkeys bathing in hot springs
Living the Legend Thor Heyerdahl developed a theory that the Polynesian people of the Pacific had come from Peru in South America by raft and from the coast of British Columbia in large canoes. peru • polynesian • tuamotus • tahiti • raft
Olive Sea Snake Fifteen species of sea snake live on Australia's Great Barrier Reef, and Aipysurus laevis is commonly encountered by divers. olive sea snake • aipysurus laevis • large venomous sea snake • great barrier reef • australia
Snails that shoot poison darts Cone snails hunt prey by shooting harpoon-like poisonous darts at them. The toxins of some species can kill humans - but are a great hope in biomedical research. Cone snails are threatened through habitat loss and exploitative collecting mainly for their picturesque shells. cone snail • conus • behavior • prey • dart
All About the Pearl of the Pacific, Bora Bora Best known for the setting of the film South Pacific, what is the reality of the island Bora Bora? bora bora • society islands • pearl of the pacific • bali hai • pora pora
New Year's Dive Resolutions--5 Steps to Better Diving Five steps to better diving for the new year, practice these techniques and you'll enjoy your dives and see more in '99. scuba diving • scuba diving • scuba • scuba • skin diving
A Birdbath Full of Sedums Garden tours can be a source for creative ideas to take home and recreate in your own gardens. Today's article will help you create your own birdbath full of sedums. sedum • garden tour • creative ideas for the garden • garden project • sedum garden
Dive Pohnpei--Venice of the Pacific Dive Pohnpei's unspoiled reefs on one of Micronesia's most fascinating and historical islands. scuba diving • scuba diving • scuba • scuba • skin diving
Geographic Diversity in the South Pacific The Pacific Ocean is not only vast it also has great geographic diversity, which accounts for cultural diversity. lagoons • coral reefs • fetch • anchorage • pitcairn island
Katuyausi My examination of some aspects of the folklore of the Trobriand Islanders is largely based on the workd of Bronislaw Malinowski. taboos • sexual taboos • chastity • bronsilway malinowski • trobriand islands
US Virgin Islands - St. Croix St. Croix gets less tourists than the other US Virgin Islands, and doesn't rely solely on tourism dollars for its economy. There are some points of interest, however. things to do sights to see on the largest us virgi • less tourists tourism dollars for economy • points of interest • live on croix shop thomas vacation john • interesting locales
Visit Northern Viti Levu in Fiji Viti Levu's northern coastline offers a pleasant climate, beautiful scenery, water sports and the chance to relax away from the crowds in a wide choice of accommodation. fiji travel • northern viti levu • water sports • fiji’s sun coast • nananu i ra island
Breaking News 17 HIV-AIDS crisis in Papua New Guinea,potential uranium mining in Niue,China's offer to help rebuild PNG's Highlands Highway and The Pacific Flying School in Fiji comprise this week's news. papua new guinea • china • fiji • niue • uranium
Enjoy the Best Holidays in Egypt There is something very special about Egypt. Head straight for Cairo and see the Pyramids at Luxor and the Sphinx; cruise the Nile and enjoy the Red Sea beach resorts. best holidays in egypt • about egypt • red sea resorts • beach vacations • cairo
Environmental News Pesticides, Chinese air pollution, habitat destruction, aquarium exhibits, environmental attitudes and frog pages appeared in the news recently. pesticides • chinese air pollution • habitat destruction • aquarium exhibits • environmental attitudes and frog pages.
Luxury Ecotourism Destinations Vacation destinations that offer eco travel make a service trip seem practically upscale. luxury ecotourism green eco travel dollars buffs l • hotels suites fine dining massages at an on-site f • pups tents manual labor for your showers • exotic remote tropical locales • fans of upscale vacations give something back grea
Marooned on Marina Cay Stop off and dive, snorkel, and eat your way around Marina Cay in the British Virgin Islands. marina cay • british virgin islands • bvi • scuba diving • scuba diving
Diving in the Dominican Republic The Dominican Republic treats watersports lovers to a wide variety of underwater terrain, with hidden caves, wrecked ships, and splendid coral displays. dominican republic travel • caribbean travel • scuba diving in the dominican republic • caribbean scuba diving • underwater caribbean
Girlfriend Getaway to Homestead Travel to South Florida for a wild girlfriend getaway in Homestead. Traveling chicks will bond when encountering gators, orchids and sipping tropical wine. florida girlfriend getaway • florida travel • travel to homestead • homestead florida • travel
Gorda Anyone? Gorda - Is it a cheese? Is it a veggie-like ornament? No! It's the BVI's best kept secret and your next destination. caribbean • travel • gorda • british virgin islands • diving
Madagascar EcoTravel The luxury of air travel is clear with a trip to Madagascar. Your vacation dollars are well spent seeing lemurs and other one-of-a-kind species in their natural habitat. madagascar ecotravel ecotourism fun help islands u • off the coast of east africa homes to largest numb • live nowhere else • environments in this ranges sustainable rain dry f • wildlife
Sleeping Lady Divers Sleeping Lady Divers is a unique diving operation in pristine waters that few divers have visited because it is somewhat off the beaten path. However that remains one of its attractions. The other islands of FSM are touched on, Yap only briefly because it is the venue for an article of its own. In addition the independent state of Palau receives a fair share of attention. sleeping lady divers • scuba • diving • kosrae • micronesia
From Sea to Shining Sea A group of research organizations have joined forces to produce an overview for marine areas of special interest. Information is presented on Google Earth and the web. sea to shining sea • special marine areas • eez • marine waters • us waters
Red wine with fish in the Maldives The Hilton Maldives Resort & Spa is hosting a series of special food and wine events in 2007, kicking off with dinner and fine French wines under the sea! hilton maldives resort & spa • chateau latour • underwater restaurant • indian ocean • red wine with fish
China Travel News The Chinese tourism industry is lifting its game in the wake of the olympics and a new age of five-star hotels and luxury vacations is on the horizon. olympics 2008 • olympics beijing • luxury travel china • trains in china • resorts in china
Green Museum to Open in SF San Francisco plans to open a new museum in the fall dedicated exclusively to conservation. Environmental exhibits and future energy practices have people talking. the living museum • san francisco museum • green museums • leed ratings • renzo piano
Manta Rays Mantas are docile filter feeders that seem to enjoy interacting with humans. swim with manta rays • filter feeders • plankton eaters • cleaner stations • interact with divers
Mapping consumption of plant production Satellite data from NASA illustrates how different regions impact Earth's metabolism. nasa • satellite images • plant production • ecosystems • carbon cycle
Sea Creatures 101: Wobbegongs: Paisley Predators This is a short article on the wobbegong shark. it is the first of a series of articles on lesser-known sharks. wobbegong • shark
Sea Life Aquarium Opens at Legoland California A 175,000-gallon ocean display filled with dozens of sea creatures, as well as Legoland's signature little-brick sculptures, are highlights at Sea Life Aquarium. sea life aquarium • legoland california • carlsbad • family travel • sheraton carlsbad
Shropshire Past and Present Introduction to the English county of Shropshire and it's history. england history shropshire shrewsbury ludlow telfo
Spotted Eagle Stingrays Stingray attacks leave lingering questions regarding the behavior and habitats of these graceful but often deadly creatures. spotted eagle stingray • eagle stinray • eagle stingrays • spotted eagle stingrays • stingray attack |
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