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most coral reefs are found near the equator because thats its most stable enviroment

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Coral reefs occur in areas where there are?

The tropical oceans near the equator is home to the majority of coral reefs. The largest coral reef is the Great Reef in Australia.


Why are Coral reefs are usually found near the equator between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn?

Because the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn is on the equator; which is rich in zooxanthellae. Zooxanthellae is required by coral reefs to carry out photosynthesis. Coral reefs can also be found elsewhere, but the healthiest coral reefs are on the equator.


Where are the majority of marine organisms found?

On or near Coral Reefs


Is there barracuda in cape cod ma?

No. Barracudas are fish that are found in tropical or warms areas at or near the equator. In the us Barracudas may be found in Florida. They like coral reefs.


Where are all the places in the world that coral is found?

Under water. Seriously, most any coast in the equatorial region will have coral reefs, or at least areas of coral growth. Some coral is capable of surviving in colder waters, so some coasts further away from the equator also have reefs, but no where near as much.


Which oceans does coral live in?

Pacific and Indian Ocean. Haven't heard of any in the Atlantic


Why do sharks live near coral reefs?

Mostly because there is an abundant food supply on coral reefs.


What forms near the shore warm parts of the ocean?

Coral Reefs... Hope that help ^^


What can the people who live near coral reefs do to help?

i like the reefs. :)


Does a red snapper live in a coral reef?

Red snappers do not typically live in coral reefs. They are commonly found near structures like rocks, wrecks, and artificial reefs in coastal areas and reefs. They prefer sandy or muddy bottoms rather than the complex structure of a coral reef.


What is the climate of a reef?

Well, Coral Reefs are usually found in tropical waters (near the Tropic of Cancer). The water temperature in coral reef areas usually ranges in the 70s and 80sºF. But Reefs can also be man made by sinking ships and such, but they usually aren't coral reefs.


What lives in or near coral reefs?

i think that dolphins live nean the coral reeth