Source: UnderwaterTimes.com
August 10, 2009

Key Largo, FL - Students working with marine scientists in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary have documented the first known case where Atlantic-Caribbean, farm-raised coral have reproduced to serve as a foundation for future reefs.

The discovery is significant because it proves that cultured staghorn corals can not only survive, but also reach sexual maturity and naturally help with coral restoration, marine researchers said.

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