Coral

usgb/ˈkɔːrəl/
nouns

A kind of rock-like marine animal that typically lives in colonies in warm seas.

The Great Barrier Reef in Australia is the world's largest coral reef system.
Visual representation of "coral" - A kind of rock-like marine animal that typically lives in colonies in warm seas.

Often appears as...

  • coral reef
  • coral species
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Habitat Specific

Coral usually refers to animals in shallow, tropical sea waters, not deep or cold regions.

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Corals thrive in the clear, sunlit waters of the Bahamas.
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Ecological Importance

Corals are vital to marine life; they create reefs that support diverse ecosystems.

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Numerous fish depend on coral reefs for food and shelter.
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Endangered Organisms

Many coral species are endangered, so they're often associated with conservation efforts.

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Activists are working to protect endangered coral from bleaching.
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