Bubblegum coral (Paragorgia arborea) 2.5 meters (8 feet) in height were not uncommon at the crest of the Davidson Seamount (1257 meters).

Bubblegum corals (Paragorgia arborea) measuring 2.5 m (8 ft) in height were not uncommon at the crest of the Davidson Seamount at 1,257 m depth. Image courtesy of NOAA/MBARI 2002.

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Davidson Seamount: Exploring Ancient Coral Gardens

Davidson Seamount: Exploring Ancient Coral Gardens: Coral Conservation

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