Coral Reefs
Coral reefs are bustling underwater communities inhabited by thousands of species of animals and plants. Often mistaken for rocks or plants, coral is actually the limestone skeleton of a tiny spineless animal called a coral polyp. Coral reefs are mostly found in shallow tropical water, and are among the world's most endangered ecosystems. Today's tour explores why coral reefs are so important, and how we can protect them.
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The Great Barrier Reef
Reef
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Virtual Tour (flash)
GBR Explorer
Australia - GBR
Into The Deep Game
Coral Reef Game (flash)
Coral Reef Creatures
Coral Reef
Under the Sea
Reef Ecosystem
How was the reef formed?
YouTube - The Reef
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