Coral exudates, not algae, linked to bacterial growth that threaten reefs

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Oct 29, 2024, 11:42 am126 pts
A study led by the University of Bremen suggests that on algae-dominated coral reefs, it is not the algae but the corals themselves that may contribute to the growth of harmful bacteria. This discovery suggests that a disturbance in the natural composition of the water jeopardizes marine ecosystems.

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