Nov 29, 2016
These microscopic algae called #zooxanthellae convert sunlight into energy and have a symbiotic relationship with #corals. #coralreefs would not be able to survive without them. During times of stress they will exit the #coral resulting in what is known as #coralbleaching. #arcreef #saveourseas #reeflife #reef #reeftank #saltlife #marinebiology #sea #ocean #underwater #aquarium #coralreef #oceanlife #marinelife #diving #saltwater #scubadiving #fishtank #scuba #reefpack #reefporn #reef2reef #marineconservation #oceanminded #saveouroceans #aquarium (at Virginia Key Outdoor Center)