Photo of the day

The vibrancy and rainbow hues that come to mind when we think about coral reefs are a handy indicator of a healthy, nutrient-rich ecosystem, but this sadly isn’t always the case. Stressors like rising ocean temperatures, overexposure to light, and a dip in the right minerals can lead to the pigmented algae that lives inside coral tissue dying, leaving once colorful corals a ghostly white. With time and the necessary conditions, these skeletons can recover, restoring reefs to their former health and vitality. It’s an urgent reminder of the importance of protecting our ocean 🌈