What happens when Coral Reefs die?
They’re called the rainforests of the sea; they are gradually formed when coral polyps attach to rocks which ultimately form a hard rock-like substance made of calcium. The largest of these reefs are found at the Great Barrier Reef which has been forming for tens of thousands of years. The coral reefs have been providing a natural habitat for many sea creatures that rely on them for protection and food. Coral reefs also protect shorelines from the impacts of storms and coasta
