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Coral Reefs
Coral Reef — Tropical
Rowan Byrne Photography
- Species
- Coral Reef
- Habitat
- Shallow, warm, clear tropical waters
- Photographer
- Rowan Byrne
- Rights
- © Rowan Byrne. All rights reserved.
- Print availability
- Available — enquire via Contact
- Filename
- rowan-byrne-coral-reef-tropical.jpg
Related content
Corals — Species GuideAbout this species — Coral Reef
What it is
Coral reefs are among the most biodiverse ecosystems on Earth, supporting approximately 25% of all marine species despite covering less than 1% of the ocean floor.
Where it occurs
Tropical and subtropical oceans worldwide
Habitat: Shallow, warm, clear tropical waters
Interesting fact
Coral reefs are built by tiny animals called coral polyps, which secrete calcium carbonate skeletons over thousands of years.
