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It’s not just coral: The unseen toll of record-breaking heat on the Great Barrier Reef

April 22, 2024 by jouia naser

During past Great Barrier Reef bleaching events, southern areas have sometimes not suffered the worst of the bleaching. Not this time. This year’s intense underwater temperatures triggered some of the …

More than 3,000 kilometers south of the Great Barrier Reef is a wonderland of sponges, fish and corals

April 21, 2024 by jouia naser

Hippolyte Rocks, seen from the coast, is a dangerous granite island rising from the ocean near the Tasman Peninsula. This group of rocks dominates both ships, luring sailors through the …

Rethinking Shark Breathing: Surprising Resting Behavior of Gray Reef Sharks Revealed

December 24, 2023 by jouia naser

Gray reef sharks are considered to be perpetually mobile predators. Previously, gray reef sharks have only been observed in motion, so most people thought they needed to swim in order …