New indicator uncovered that can predict coral health

User rating: 4.7 / 5 after 3 vote(s)

A diseased coral. Credit: Michael Stat HIMBSOEST
A diseased coral. Credit: Michael Stat, HIMB/SOEST

A new indicator of coral health has been discovered in a community of microscopic single-celled algae called dinoflagellates. The study, released in the July 8th edition of the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, reveals that a particular type of these algae renders corals more susceptible to disease.


Full story »

All News summaries from Space & Earth science news
All News summaries for July 18, 2008