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Great Star Coral (Montastraea Cavernosa)


Once analyzed, the information collected during the expedition will help scientists understand the spatial distribution and connectivity of hard bottom reef communities associated with the targeted topographic features. Shown here – great star coral (Montastraea cavernosa).


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