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environment2 years ago

"Scientists Map World's Largest Deep-Sea Coral Reef off US Atlantic Coast"

Scientists have used new underwater mapping technology to discover the largest known deep-sea coral reef off the US Atlantic coast, stretching for about 310 miles from Florida to South Carolina and reaching 68 miles wide at some points. This reef, found at depths of 655 to 3,280 feet, provides habitat for a variety of marine life and is nearly three times the size of Yellowstone national park. The discovery highlights the importance of mapping the ocean floor for understanding and protecting deep-sea ecosystems.

via The Guardian|
#atlantic-coast#deep-sea-coral-reef#environment
environment2 years ago

"Discovery of World's Largest Deep Coral Reef Shocks Scientists"

Scientists have discovered the largest deep coral reef off the US Atlantic coast, stretching for about 310 miles from Florida to South Carolina and reaching 68 miles wide at some points. This reef, found at depths ranging from 655 feet to 3,280 feet, is nearly three times the size of Yellowstone National Park and provides habitat for a variety of marine life. Using new underwater mapping technology, researchers identified 83,908 individual coral mound peak features in the Blake Plateau, highlighting the significance of this previously unknown reef ecosystem.

via Newser|
#coral-reef#environment#marine-biology
science-and-environment2 years ago

Scientists Map Largest Deep-Sea Coral Reef off US Atlantic Coast

Scientists have used new underwater mapping technology to discover the largest deep-sea coral reef off the U.S. Atlantic coast, stretching for about 310 miles from Florida to South Carolina and reaching 68 miles wide at some points. This reef, found at depths of 655 to 3,280 feet, provides habitat for various marine life and is nearly three times the size of Yellowstone National Park. The discovery highlights the importance of mapping the ocean floor and raises awareness about the vulnerability of deep-sea reefs to climate change and human activities.

via ABC News|
#coral-reef#deep-sea#marine-biology
science-and-environment2 years ago

"Stunning Discovery: Colorful 1000-Year-Old Deep-Sea Coral Reefs Unveiled"

Scientists have discovered two rare deep-sea coral reefs in the Galápagos Marine Reserve using remotely controlled deepwater robots. These pristine reefs, located at depths of 370 to 420 meters, exhibit a rich diversity of stony coral species and have likely been forming and supporting marine biodiversity for thousands of years. The discovery and mapping of these reefs not only provide valuable scientific insights but also serve as a foundation for effective decision-making to protect these ecosystems and ensure their resilience in a changing environment. The exploration is also testing innovative laser scanning technology for underwater mapping, allowing for high-resolution maps and the identification of animals living on the sea floor.

via Mashable|
#conservation#deep-sea-coral-reefs#galapagos-marine-reserve