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A. M. Palacio-Castro, I. C. Enochs, et al. Ocean acidification (OA) threatens coral reef persistence by decreasing calcification and accelerating the dissolution of reef frameworks. The carbonate chemistry of coastal areas where many…

Coral reefs are some of the oldest, most diverse ecosystems on Earth, and among the most valuable. They nurture 25% of all ocean life, protect coasts from storms and add billions of dollars yearly to the global economy through their…

4.1. The Role of Mozuku Cultivation beyond the Food Supply: The Challenges and CountermeasuresMozuku production in Okinawa, in general and specific to the OVFC, faces a series of challenges from terrestrial influences, coral reef…

A large part of Palumbi’s work focuses on community engagement. While in Palau, he met with Sharp Sakuma, the governor of the Palauan state of Ngaraard, who is hoping to use Palumbi’s findings in a local reef restoration project.…

Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain When climate scientists look to the future to determine what the effects of climate change may be, they use…

Welcome to Carbon Brief’s Cropped. We handpick and explain the most important stories at the intersection of climate, land, food and nature over the past fortnight. This is an online version of Carbon Brief’s…

Hexagonal frames called reef stars are installed in degraded areas to stabilise loose rubble and kickstart rapid coral growthThe Ocean Agency Restored coral reefs can grow just as quickly as healthy reefs in as…

Abraham “Snake” Ah Hee rides waves when the surf’s up and dives for octopus and shells when the water is calm. The lifelong Lahaina, Hawaii, resident spends so much time in the ocean that his wife jokes he needs to wet his…

The island of Dhigelaabadhoo in the Maldives is the main field site of the ARISE programme, through which a series of extensive field tests—using state-of-the art…

In this video message, NOS Deputy Assistant Administrator Rachael Dempsey shares how recent advancements in the GRAV-D project will help reduce risk for…

In this video message, NOS Assistant Administrator Nicole LeBoeuf celebrates the 25th anniversary of NOAA's Office of Response and Restoration. (Video Transcript)…

2023 was the hottest year recorded on planet Earth – and that includes the world’s oceans, where records fell like dominos. Last week, around 5000 scientists gathered in New Orleans for the American Geophysical…

This story is part of a series celebrating the locally-led solutions supported by the UNDP implemented - Adaptation Fund Climate Innovation Accelerator programme.A hurricane hits.  As soon as it is safe, repair teams dive down to clear…

The new and improved underwater drone with two samplers, changeable batteries, and a longer cable, makes collecting seawater samples much easier for researchers.…

This is an early access version, the complete PDF, HTML, and XML versions will be available soon. Submission received: 2 December 2023 / Revised: 27 January 2024 / Accepted: 5 February 2024 / Published: 9 February 2024 Abstract An…

In this video message, NOS Assistant Administrator Nicole LeBoeuf shares the news that NOAA and partners helped recover over $92 million from polluters to restore seven…

Eleftherios “Ted” Karabelas grew up certain he would be a physician, but a brief stint as an EMT sent him soul searching. As an inveterate traveler and licensed scuba diver, Karabelas turned to his next great love – coral. He is now in…

Fueled by the powerful Gulf Stream, the Blake Plateau displays dynamic ocean ecosystems from surface to seabed: its pervasive floating Sargassum seaweed meadows, methane seeps, and deep-sea corals feed and support a wide…

1. IntroductionOn many small islands, groundwater is a scarce and sensitive resource that requires careful management and preservation to ensure its continuous availability . On islands with high tourism, the water quality of…

This move aims to encourage the use of federal funding towards coral reef conservation and restoration, with a particular focus on hazard mitigation and disaster-recovery resources. Healthy coral reefs act as natural breakwaters, helping…

NOAA Coral Reef Watch version 3.1 data as annual plots (1985–2023) of the daily percentage of ocean pixels with Degree Heating Weeks (DHW) ≥ 4 (when coral bleaching is…

Wrecks can be valuable habitats for corals, sea anemones and other animals on the sea floorMarcus Rose Shipwrecks can provide an important refuge for marine life in areas subject to heavy fishing pressure, despite…

NOAA’s National Coral Reef Monitoring Program (NCRMP) launched a new data visualization tool today, which will provide free and easy-to-access information on the status of U.S. coral reefs. It is the first tool focusing on shallow…

Mariah Opalek at water tanks tending to coral experiments. Credit: Shayle Matsuda Algae living within the soft tissue of coral supply much…

Fig. 1 Locations of deep-sea coral samples. Credit: NIGPAS Subglacial discharge from the Antarctic Ice Sheet (AIS) likely played a crucial…

4.1. Characterizing Coral Demographic PerformancesDemographic studies are foundational to understanding the drivers of species’ dynamics and evaluating community responses to changing environments . Yet, limitations in data acquisition…

2022 Education Infographic Every day, our educators share the treasures of the National Marine Sanctuary System with the public. We work to engage, inspire, and connect people with these special places and…

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NCCOS Researchers Conduct Annual Expedition to Evaluate Coral Reef Marine Protected Areas in the Florida Keys This summer, NOAA…

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The National Ocean Service provides data, tools, and services that protect our ecosystems and enhance climate and economic resilience. In this video message, NOS Assistant Administrator Nicole LeBoeuf…

The purpose of the NOAA National Marine Sanctuaries Ocean Guardian Kids Club is to encourage children to explore their natural surroundings to form a…

Volunteer Opportunities Volunteers participate in a wide variety of activities including diving, whale identification, beach cleanups, water quality monitoring, collecting…

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Lagniappe II Coral Reef Restoration Monitoring Report Monitoring Events 2001 to 2010 Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary Monroe County, Florida …

A rare image of a landing ship (LST-1078) putting troops and tractors ashore, Mā`alaea Bay. (Bishop Museum)…

The majority of the collective waters in national marine sanctuaries are open to recreational fishing, providing opportunities for anglers of all ages and fostering a sense of responsibility for America's great outdoors. Did…

Transcript NARRATOR: You’re entering another dimension. A dimension of water, of darkness, of mystery.  Next stop, The Mesophotic Zone. It is a world between worlds - between brightly…

Creating a habitat ecosystem map of the seafloor is a tricky process. Learn how it works in this two-minute video.

An ocean glider is an autonomous underwater vehicle used to collect ocean data. Scientists are now experimenting with using gliders to locate populations of spawning fish. The glider shown in this video is outfitted with an acoustic…

Remotely Operated Vehicles provides scientists with "eyeballs" beneath the water to see the health of the ecosystem.

On March 28, 2015, NOAA Ship Nancy Foster deployed an autonomous glider off the eastern coast of St. Croix. Diving down to depths of 656 feet, the glider moved westward along the southern edge of the shelf break. On the fifth day,…

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEDec. 10, 2014 Contacts:Sarah Marquis, NOAA, 949-222-2212 Vernon Smith, NOAA, 301-713-7248 NOAA and its partners…

Explore the health of coral reefs, the threats our reefs face, and what you can do to help in today’s podcast with John Christensen, director of NOAA’s Coral Reef Conservation Program. Episode permanent link and show notes

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Febuary 3, 2015 Contacts: Shelley DuPuy, NOAA, 409-621-5151 ext 106 Vernon Smith, NOAA, 301-713-7248 …

From the white sharks that silently patrol the Greater Farallones to the graceful hammerheads that congregate at the Flower Garden Banks, sharks are some of the national marine sanctuaries' most beautiful - and…

In this video message, NOS Assistant Administrator Nicole LeBoeuf shares a major advancement in NOAA’s capability to predict high tide flooding that is available for public use. Learn more…