Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. On the Caribbean island of Bonaire, visitors not only witness the beauty of the reefs but can also help improve their health.

Coral reefs are some of the most breathtaking and diverse ecosystems on our planet. Coral reefs are not just beautiful, they are also useful, as they maintain the health and balance of our planet, ...

A red starfish is floating gracefully within a vibrant, blue underwater scene, surrounded by dark rocks and green seaweed.

While many Indonesian reefs have remained surprisingly stable despite decades of ocean warming, this resilience has its ...

When you think of Hawaii, you likely can't help but visualize never-ending aquamarine waters, lush forests, and coffee farm tours alongside scenic vistas. However, the Aloha State's offerings don't ...

It will come as no surprise that the stunning French Polynesian island group of Bora Bora, with its beautiful beaches, is a paradise for snorkeling and diving, with warm, clear waters, an abundance of ...

A reef swim changes dramatically when marine life appears nearby. Hawksbill turtles often glide along coral ledges to feed ...

Coral reefs are both beautiful and utterly vital to the ocean ecosystem and the local environment. They provide homes, food and breeding sites for millions of marine plants and animals, including the ...

Every coral counts.

CARBONDALE, Ill. — Coral ecosystems throughout the world's oceans are essential to countless water lifeforms, but they're increasingly facing several serious threats. An unlikely helping hand is ...