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Coral Reef Microbiome by Raquel S. Peixoto & Christian R. Voolstra (eds), 2025

Most up-to-date summary of microbiomes of corals and their reefs globally.

Includes scientific aspects of how microbial therapies and knowledge can support restoration/rehabilitation.

Informs science-based decisions that can support practical coral reef restoration and rehabilitation approaches.

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Microorganisms, the catalysts of all biogeochemical cycles on Earth, are the origin and essence of life—an invisible yet powerful force sustaining all living organisms. The health of both individual organisms and ecosystems critically depends on functional microbiomes that drive essential processes such as nutrient cycling, pathogen control, detoxification, and resilience. However, like their macroorganism counterparts, these beneficial microbes are vulnerable to environmental changes, and their decline often accelerates ecosystem degradation. Anthropogenic impacts have profoundly altered and often degraded most ecosystems and their microbiomes, with coral reefs being no exception. Stony corals, the foundation of these vibrant ecosystems, are among the most threatened marine organisms. Shifts in coral microbiomes toward dysbiotic (harmful) assemblages are increasingly recognized as both a cause and consequence of coral mortality. In response, active intervention strategies are being developed to restore and rehabilitate degraded microbiomes, aiming to restore and re-establish the beneficial microbial communities that sustain the health of both their host organisms and ecosystems. The success of these approaches depends on our understanding of the distribution, ecological roles, and interactions between corals and their associated microbiomes, as well as how environmental factors influence them and their potential to either amplify or mitigate anthropogenic impacts.
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The Secret Sex Lives of Deep, Dark Corals
biographic.com/the-secret-sex-

"A unique fjord in Chilean #Patagonia gives scientists a chance to unlock the reproductive secrets of cold-water #corals that typically live thousands of meters below the surface... Instead of partnering with #algae within its cells for food, #Desmophyllum catches #plankton with stinging tentacles... cold-water corals live throughout the world’s oceans, providing habitat at least as critical as that of tropical #CoralReefs"

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The Conversation U.S.

Conservation efforts focused solely on parrotfish may not be enough to save
coral reefs. Here’s why scientists call for tailored strategies that consider
each species' unique impact:
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10 New Sponge Species Discovered in Hawai’i’s Hidden Reefs…

Hawai’i researchers have identified ten new sponge species in Kāneʻohe Bay, emphasizing their ecological importance in coral reef ecosystems. Their findings reveal hidden biodiversity and highlight the need for further study... #biodiversity #marinescience #spongespecies #coralreefs

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for much deliberation · 10 New Sponge Species Discovered in Hawai’i’s Hidden Reefs…Hawai’i researchers have identified ten new sponge species in Kāneʻohe Bay, emphasizing their ecological importance in coral reef ecosystems. Their findings reveal hidden biodiversity and highlight…
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Good News Community

🌊 After Puerto Rico’s devastating hurricanes in 2017, researchers found that communities near coral reefs experienced less destruction. Now, federal investments in reef restoration are on the rise, recognizing reefs as natural barriers that protect coastal communities from storm surges. Protecting coral reefs not only saves lives but also reduces disaster recovery costs. 🌍

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#GoodNews #CoralReefs #Sustainability #ClimateAction #NatureProtection
grist.org/oceans/the-business-

Grist · The business case for saving coral reefsBy Saqib Rahim
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Lukas VFN 🇪🇺

#CoralReefs' surprising recovery linked to close neighbors phys.org/news/2025-01-coral-re

Local #coral connections within an atoll reef system underlie reef resilience and persistence: Camille Grimaldi et al. aslopubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.c

"If sufficient numbers of survivors remain in patches across the reef system, and local conditions are right, communities can aid each other's recovery within a matter of years, even after multiple disturbances."

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