Meandering Corals Quick Guide We get it, you’re busy and don’t have time to sit around sifting through books or perusing our Guide to Caribbean Corals. So we made this quick guide to branching corals so you can easily identify Caribbean species at a glance.…
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Fimbriaphyllia: Hammer, Torch & Frogspawn Corals Might Be More Different Than Anyone Thought
It’s no secret that Euphyllia corals are a very diverse group and it seems that some of these species may be more different from each other than we ever thought. We see both a range of forms within each of…
Quick Guide To Branching Caribbean Corals
Branching Corals Quick Guide We get it, you’re busy and don’t have time to sit around sifting through books or perusing our Guide to Caribbean Corals. So we made this quick guide to branching corals so you can easily identify Caribbean species at…
25 Colorful Cactus Corals You Can Only Find In The Caribbean
Cactus Corals Cactus corals are some of the most colorful Caribbean species, yet most scuba divers and snorkelers don’t even know to be on the lookout for this magical multicolor coral. Cactus corals grow into thick encrusting plates or large domes and…
My Corals are Dying: Why?
Over the years I have been asked a lot of questions. Some have come and gone over time, like what is the best whatever or what fish or coral can I add to my tank. Some, however, have…
Caribbean Coral Diaries: Stephanocoenia intersepta
Stephanocoenia intersepta If you are learning to identify Stephanocoenia intersepta chances are you’ve mastered all the basics of coral ID. Stephanocoenia is an uncommon coral which can be easily overlooked or mistaken for other boulder or star corals. Colonies are encrusting forming domes…
Adopt a Coral Reef is a great gift idea
Looking for a selfless gift for someone this holiday season? The Nature Conservatory “Adopt a Coral Reef” program is a great way to help protect coral reefs and put a smile on someone’s face. The Adopt a Coral Reef program raises…
Biri Initiative Coral Restoration Project 250
Biri Initiative The Biri Initiative is an NGO in the Philippines with a goal of installing 250 coral frames around Biri Island. The initiative started with cement structure called Biri-buds and has grown to include community outreach and their new scuba attraction Project 250. Project 250 is located…
Caribbean Coral Diaries: Agaricia agaricites
Agaricia agaricites Agaricia, Undaria, Agaricia, Undaria, science just can’t seem to decide where to classify this coral. As of today, it’s Agaricia, but honestly to spot this coral either name will do. Agaricia agaricities, is a common Caribbean species that grows…
Caribbean Coral Diaries: Mycetophyllia lamarckiana
Mycetophyllia lamarckiana If you’ve been following my Caribbean coral series you might be asking why I waited until the end to cover this beloved coral. Mycetophyllia lamarckiana is one the most recognizable corals in the Caribbean, however teasing apart this confusing…
