For Artificial Coral Reefs, Time Is Not Enough

Researchers hoped that, given long enough, artificial coral reefs would grow to match natural reefs. But an examination of a 200-year-old artificial coral reef shows that’s not necessarily the case.

Aug 4, 2021 | 600 words, about 3 minutes

A Tiny Gecko with a Big Personality and Even Bigger Problem

In the United States, the Florida reef gecko could be the most vulnerable reptile to sea level rise.

Apr 29, 2021 | 2,000 words, about 10 minutes

An Elusive Species of Manta Ray Draws Closer to the Light

A new study offers the most robust proof yet that a new species of manta ray is lurking in the Gulf of Mexico.

Feb 18, 2021 | 600 words, about 3 minutes

Caribbean Box Crabs Have Stalkers

Aggressive fish follow crabs, forcing them to stir up food.

Nov 11, 2020 | 600 words, about 3 minutes

How a Coral Reef Holds Up in a Hurricane

Two Category 5 hurricanes that slammed into the US Virgin Islands gave researchers a glimpse into how corals weather storms.

Jul 20, 2020 | 500 words, about 2 minutes

Do Fish Tummy Bugs Dictate Their Diets?

A preliminary study of Florida fish microbes hints at how and why each fish fills a unique ecological role.

Jun 17, 2020 | 650 words, about 3 minutes

Where Do Sharks Go in Hurricanes?

Fearing yet another sequel to Sharknado, sharks get out of the way when a hurricane approaches.

Dec 18, 2019 | 450 words, about 2 minutes

One Great Shot: The Safest Place

For a yellowhead jawfish, fatherhood is a mouthful.

May 17, 2019 | 150 words, 1 photo