And it all relies on sand aprons. It turns out that sand aprons, deposits of sand along the shore of a lagoon that are ubiquitous in coral reefs, can give a reliable estimate of how coral reefs are ...

One of France’s five overseas departments, Mayotte is the southernmost island of the Comoros Archipelago, located Indian ocean between Madagascar and the African mainland. The island is the ...

Treasure Coast nonprofits that research, protect, restore and advocate for clean water, especially the Indian River Lagoon, need more than holiday cheer to continue their missions. TCPalm's annual ...

From above, the ocean reveals a breathtaking natural formation—a massive turquoise lagoon surrounded by coral reefs and deep blue water. This stunning circular pattern in the sea highlights the hidden ...