Coral Hybridization Insights

Colin discusses the significant decline of staghorn and elkhorn corals in the Caribbean, highlighting a staggering 95% loss since the 1980s. He emphasizes the importance of biodiversity in ecosystems and shares his research on a hybrid coral, acropora prolifera, exploring its potential viability in the wild amidst the decline of its parent species. This conversation underscores the lessons we can learn from the ocean's diversity and resilience.