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Aquatic ecosystems, species, and natural wonder: the beauty of place comes before the aquarium.

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FeatureMay 28, 20268 min read

The Invisible Cathedral: Caribbean Coral Reefs and the Herbivores That Defend Them

In the Caribbean, coral reefs depend on herbivores as much as on coral itself. Parrotfish, sea urchins, and king crabs keep algae in check so light can reach the living architecture.

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Rivers of Living Water: Submerged Forests in Yucatán's Springs

On the Yucatán Peninsula, rainwater seeps through limestone caves until it reaches the sea, forming subterranean estuaries where roots, algae, and endemic fish create submerged forests few people ever see.

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