Marine Life

Coral Reefs  |  Invertebrates  |  Fishes  |  Sea Turtles 

 

Here, we will describe some of the unique features of marine ecosystems and the threats they face. More details on various animal groups can be found by clicking on the appropriate buttons in the navigation bar to the left.

 


Coral Reefs

Coral reefs provide an attraction for tourism as well as stabilizing shore lines and providing protection to fish. Healthy coral reefs are vital for the economy as well as the environment. 


Photo Sandy Voegeli

 

Grouper at cleaning station
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A pair of flamingo tongues
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Invertebrates

Urchins
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Fishes


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Sea Turtles

Hawksbill Turtle
Photo Sandy Voegeli
 

 

 

Hawksbill Turtle and Sandy Voegeli
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Hawksbill Turtle
Photo Sandy Voegeli

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hawksbill Turtle
Photo Sandy Voegeli

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


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