Coral reefs: tiny spaces, massive life

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Coral reefs: tiny spaces, massive life

Coral reefs, covering less than 1% of the ocean floor, astonishingly support a quarter of all marine species, highlighting their critical role in ocean biodiversity and human well-being.

Coral reefs cover less than one percent of the ocean floor, yet they host an astonishing 25 percent of all known marine species. These vibrant underwater cities are built by tiny coral polyps over millennia, creating complex habitats for everything from colorful fish to sharks and sea turtles.

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