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.
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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.
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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.
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International Year of the Coral Reef 1997

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.
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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
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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.
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Be a Friend of the Oceans
Help save the world's ocean resources by taking ACTION today.
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Additional Links for 1997 Articles
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Coral Bleaching
Various stress factors can cause corals to lose their algae which destroys the habitat.
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Corals
A discussion of the basic characteristics of corals-Taxonomy, Anatomy, Ecology, Food and Feeding, Life Cycle, and Associated Fauna and Flora.
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Save A Reef
Learn how we can save the world's coral reefs.
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World Conservation Monitoring Centre<BR>Site Review
World Conservation Monitoring Centre, Endagered Trees, Endangered Species, Coral Reefs, Mangrove, CITES
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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.
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Boating Facts Lizard Island Aust
A Great Barrier Reef island north of Cairns, surrounded by white sand beaches cascading into fringing coral gardens
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Collecting Cone Shells
The toxins produced by some of the cones can be more than painful; they can be lethal.
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Feeding Marine Invertebrates
Success with motile invertebrates like coral requires appropriate nutrition that comes in the form of an unlikely sounding product - reef snow.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Olive Sea Snake
Fifteen species of sea snake live on Australia's Great Barrier Reef, and Aipysurus laevis is commonly encountered by divers.
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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.
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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?
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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.
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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.
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Dive Pohnpei--Venice of the Pacific
Dive Pohnpei's unspoiled reefs on one of Micronesia's most fascinating and historical islands.
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Geographic Diversity in the South Pacific
The Pacific Ocean is not only vast it also has great geographic diversity, which accounts for cultural diversity.
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Katuyausi
My examination of some aspects of the folklore of the Trobriand Islanders is largely based on the workd of Bronislaw Malinowski.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Environmental News
Pesticides, Chinese air pollution, habitat destruction, aquarium exhibits, environmental attitudes and frog pages appeared in the news recently.
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Luxury Ecotourism Destinations
Vacation destinations that offer eco travel make a service trip seem practically upscale.
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Marooned on Marina Cay
Stop off and dive, snorkel, and eat your way around Marina Cay in the British Virgin Islands.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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Manta Rays
Mantas are docile filter feeders that seem to enjoy interacting with humans.
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Mapping consumption of plant production
Satellite data from NASA illustrates how different regions impact Earth's metabolism.
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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.
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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.
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Shropshire Past and Present
Introduction to the English county of Shropshire and it's history.
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Spotted Eagle Stingrays
Stingray attacks leave lingering questions regarding the behavior and habitats of these graceful but often deadly creatures.
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