Droppin’ Knowledge

 

Welcome, Fabunerds. This space is dedicated to discovery with a primary focus on the marine environment. I will also share interesting facts from journal articles, social media, and other outlets. Enjoy the drops!

Let’s talk Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease (SCTLD)
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Let’s talk Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease (SCTLD)

First, yes, this is important for you to know about and yes, it does affect you even if you live in a snow-covered area and it is April. Why you might ask? Well, coral reefs, and particularly the reef building stony corals (Scleractinia), are extremely important habitat for fish and invertebrates including many of the fish and invert species with great economic value such as lobster, grouper, snapper and squid.

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