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A Future for Coral Reefs?
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10/31/2001 |
Discussion stemming from an article suggesting the unavoidable
demise of coral reefs as we know them within the next 50 years due
to rapidly changing conditions. Participants debated
this claim and discussed issues such as coral adaptation, causes
for reef decline, and reef protection.
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Coral Bleaching |
06/15/2001 |
Discussion on coral
bleaching, the types of stresses that may lead to it, and factors
that may aide in recovery from bleaching. Participants also
discuss the similarities and differences between nearshore
and offshore bleaching.
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Deepwater Coral "Reefs" |
06/01/2000 |
Some
studies show that deep water coral structures occur more
frequently and are biologically richer than previously thought.
Stemming from the coral reefs vs. rainforests debate, participants
discussed deep and cool water reefs. The discussion focused on
definitional problems and the accuracy of coral-related
terminology.
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Coral Reefs vs. Rainforests
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06/01/2000 |
Coral
reef communities often are compared to rainforests in their level
of biodiversity. Yet, some within the scientific community debate
the accuracy of the analogy. Some believe it is merely a catchy
“sound bite,” while others believe it can be used as a good
educational tool. Participants discussed the
implications of the analogy, as well as the actual similarities
and differences between coral reefs and rainforests.
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Vieques Reef Bombing Effects |
12/09/1999 |
Discussion on military bombing activities in the vicinity of Vieques Island, Puerto Rico and its effect on the coral reefs.
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Coral Harvesting in Fiji |
08/19/1999 |
Discussion on the effects of coral
harvesting on the island of Fiji and it's economy.
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Acropora
spp. - Endangered Species? |
03/18/1999 |
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Porites Pink Blotch Disease |
05/12/ 1999 |
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Reefs At Risk |
07/23/1998 |
Coral
list participants discussed the implications of the Reefs at
Risk report compiled by the World Resources Institute. The
report presents a global view of the potential threats to coral
reefs worldwide. Participants examined the conclusions of the
report but also discussed the state and condition of the Florida
reefs in particular. Other participants examined the nature of the
debate itself.
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