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Exploring the Coral Reef's Twilight Zone

Offered By: Linnean Society via YouTube

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Marine Biology Courses Oceanography Courses Biodiversity Courses Ichthyology Courses Marine Conservation Courses Coral Reefs Courses Deep Sea Exploration Courses

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Dive into the unexplored depths of coral reefs with this captivating lecture by coral reef expert Luiz Rocha. Discover the challenges and triumphs of exploring the deeper portions of coral reef habitats, which make up as much as two-thirds of these iconic ecosystems. Learn about the groundbreaking work of Rocha's team of highly trained scientists and technical rebreather divers as they comprehensively investigate these deeper reefs for the first time. Gain insights into the creation of this pioneering program and hear fascinating stories behind some of their most spectacular discoveries. Explore the importance of understanding and protecting these lesser-known deep coral reefs throughout the tropics, and witness how this research contributes to the broader field of marine conservation. Presented by the Linnean Society, this talk offers a unique opportunity to expand your knowledge of marine biodiversity and the critical work being done to preserve one of Earth's most diverse and threatened ecosystems.

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Exploring the Coral Reef's Twilight Zone | Luiz Rocha


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Linnean Society

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