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Really,the coral itself is the indicator species. Coral is a living thing, mostly microscopic, that make up a brilliant ecosystem that many multi-celled organisms can thrive on and it is extremely sensitive to pollutants in its environment.
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What are the coral reef animals?
There are THOUSANDS of species of coral reef animals, how would we go about posting that for you here?
An ending line for coral reef article?
Coral reef is an extremeley interesting species of marine life.
How many different types of fish live in a coral reef?
there is over 4000 species of fish living in the coral reef
What is an example of an omnivore in the coral reef?
Most of the species on the Coral Reef are carnivorous.
How many species of coral are there in the Great Barrier Reef?
Lettuce Coral, brain coral, elkhorn coral, staghorn coral, star coral, fire coral, sea pen, scroll coral, golfball coral, mustard hill coral, rose coral, sea whips, maze coral, rigid cactus coral, orange cup coral.... and many more.
How many species live in a coral reef?
a few million
Do coral reef species have a specific climate tolerance?
PURPLE
What is the difference between coral reef and reef?
A coral reef is a community of organisms that exist in shallower ocean depths. The key component is coral, which often forms the foundation of the reef ecosystem. Coral species may either be photosynthetic or non-photosynthetic, however, the foundational species as well as the predominant majority are often photosynthetic. Most people define a 'reef' as a 'coral reef', but there are however manmade reefs, often called artificial reefs. These reefs are usually made from scrap material such as bridge rubble, or sunken ships. I would also call underwater rock formations that are often inhabited by various marine species a type of reef as well.
How do coral reefs interact withe other ecoystems?
The coral reef ecosystem is a diverse collection of species that interacts these. Many other interactions can be viewed in the reef community.
A coral reef with its various species is a good example of a?
Marine eco system
What species is the most at risk in acidic water?
coral,reef,sponge
Is the great coral reef the same as the Great Barrier Reef?
No. A coral reef is just a reef made out of coral. There are many other kinds of reefs. A coral reef is just one kind. The Great Barrier Reef is a specific coral reef. There are many other coral reefs in the world.
