Maybe there is something to Neil Diamond's hands-touching-hands line in "Sweet Caroline."
"...bleached fragments put in contact with their healthy clones had recovered. The ones that were kept apart had died."

Maybe there is something to Neil Diamond's hands-touching-hands line in "Sweet Caroline."
"...bleached fragments put in contact with their healthy clones had recovered. The ones that were kept apart had died."
Sorry for the late notice, but there's one position I want you to check out because it's a really neat opportunity but has a deadline of Oct. 16.
Here's the link to check out these new postings (and 30 more):
Scientists have discovered that bleached coral fragments can be rapidly restored by touching healthy coral fragments from the same individual. This fusion allows symbiotic algae to transfer, reviving the bleached coral within weeks, offering hope for coral reef recovery. #CoralReef #News
Dive and visit a pretty coral reef in Lombok
#giliislands #lombok #diving #scuba #trawangan #diveandstay #corals #singaporedivers #ocean #sealife #marinelife #padi #coralreef
"As coral restoration projects work to bring back reefs, they're also focusing on bringing back seabird colonies, reestablishing a connection....." Article by @lsommer.bsky.social, amazing nature photography by Claire Harbage for @npr.org. Thanks @nature.org! #climate #coralreef #birds #seabirds
Meanwhile, on Earth:
A vibrant coral reef teems with life, where colorful fish dart among the corals, reminding us of the ocean's hidden wonders and the urgent need to protect this fragile ecosystem.
Some of the most pristine coral reefs have a secret weapon: birds
->NPR | More on "Birds and coral reef conservation" at BigEarthData.ai | #CoralReef #Ocean #Bird
"Guano will help nourish the ecosystem from the rainforest to the reef, so we really just want to bring on more guano."
Coral reefs face increasing threats. Seabirds could help : NPR share.google/UjAAUSN2ASDX...
One way to protect coral reefs? Bring back seabirds
->Houston Public Media | More on "Seabirds restore coral reef ecosystems" at BigEarthData.ai | #CoralReef #Ocean
I can honestly say I didn’t expect to add 7 NEW RESEARCH POSITIONS this week!
For recent graduates, this could be a good week for you!
Christmas tree worms (Spirobranchus giganteus) are tube worms, and the ornate spirals are only part of their body, used for respiration and feeding. I've never seen them in such an array of colors as in #Fiji. 🦑 #scuba #diving #coralreef #oceanlife
Meanwhile, on Earth:
A vibrant coral reef teems with colorful fish and swaying sea fans, showcasing the ocean’s rich biodiversity and inspiring us to protect these underwater treasures.
Warmer Oceans and Increasing Disease Put Coral Reefs at Risk
->Newswise | More on "Coral reefs and ocean disease" at BigEarthData.ai | #Health #Ocean #CoralReef #Disease
Meanwhile, on Earth:
An enchanting coral reef teems with colorful marine life, where vibrant fish dart among the corals, showcasing nature’s incredible artistry beneath the waves.
Copernicus report finds record ocean warming as coral reefs face unprecedented heat stress worldwide
->International Business Times | More on "Ocean warming and coral reef bleaching" at BigEarthData.ai | #CoralReef #OceanWarming
The super El Niño is cooking coral reefs - can lullabies and probiotics save them?
->Nature | More on "Coral reef conservation during El Niño" at BigEarthData.ai | #ClimateChange #ElNiño #CoralReef #Ocean
Ad: For Sale - LEGO 40783 Coral Reef Diorama – NEW Sealed | Excellent Box | 260 Pieces #LEGO #CoralReef #Diorama