During its evolution, the green sea turtle (Chelonia ... resembles the reef's rocky, algae- and coral-encrusted bottom, where it lies in wait for crustaceans and small fish, such as gobies.

With its colourful coral ... of species of fish, including tiny vibrant reef fish, moray eels and tuna. They are joined by a myriad of other sea-dwelling creatures, such as sea turtles, octopus ...

One of the seven wonders of the natural world, the Great Barrier Reef ... coral cays, which together help support a rich assemblage of marine and terrestrial life, including more than 1,500 species of ...

Below and above the sea, substantial economic ... shark fin, turtle products and live reef fish. Now, the challenge is to ensure that the growing needs of the region do not make the wonders of the ...

If you've ever spent time snorkeling or scuba diving in a healthy coral ... beautiful underwater structures we know as coral.

Roughly 20 to 25 percent of fish, molluscs and crustaceans in developing countries come from coral reefs. Corals grow an estimated 0.39 inches per year - one of the slowest growth rates of any ...