The ivory tree coral (Oculina varicosa) can be found in shallow and deep waters. In shallow waters, it is often patchily distributed on coarse shelly reef. However, in deeper water, it can occur as a massive, bush-like aggregation. Oculina reefs typically occur in regions on the shelf edge where water flows upward from depth. It… Continue Reading A closer look at the Ivory Tree Coral
Lophelia pertusa is a prominent deep-sea coral in the Gulf of Mexico and one that plays a significant role in the designation of Habitat Areas of Particular Concern. So, it’s going to be the first in a series of deep-water corals we’ll be profiling in storyboards.We’re going to dig in a little deeper to find out… Continue Reading Lophelia pertusa: A Closer Look
Want to go for a swim? How about down around 1,300 feet? You’re going to need a submarine for that, so unless you’re friends with Elon Musk or James Cameron it’s probably not going to happen, BUT… you CAN go exploring with the crew of the R/V Nancy Foster, which sent down an ROV to… Continue Reading NOAA Southeast Deep Coral Initiative
Similarly to Creatures of the Deep, when you open this poster, it appears to be just a static image, but don’t let that appearance fool you. If you click a numbered picture you’ll be able to learn so much more about what’s going on with the species in the poster! Some of the information provided… Continue Reading Ecosystems of the Deep
