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Coral Reefs

In this episode of The Living Ocean series, we dive into the vibrant world of coral reefs. Discover the importance of these underwater ecosystems and the diverse array of marine life that call them home, and learn about the threats facing coral reefs today — and what we can do to protect them for future generations.

Writer & Narrator: Cristina Mittermeier

Executive Producer: Martha Rogers

Producer: Katie Lin

Cinematography: Paul Nicklen

Director of Post-Production: Chad Richmond

Editors: Andrew Webber, Josh Blasman, Nikki Riddy

Sound Designer: Stephanie Gonzalez

Additional Camera: Shelton Dupreez, Nicole Helgason, Ocean Gardener, Sam Kretchmar, Andy Mann, Kyle Roepke, Marcelo Johan Ogata

Field Assistant: Ryan Tidman

Digital Asset Manager: Julian Henao

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