By: Dipl. Biol. Constanze Cornad
Why do we care about coral reefs? Coral reefs are the "rainforests of the sea" - the second most diverse ecosystem in the world. They provide food for 100 million coastal people, are a source of new medicine, play an important role in coastal protection from erosion, and are a major attraction for millions of tourists and scuba divers. Despite their importance, little has been done to understand how coral reef organisms respond to human activities.
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