July 2011 E-Current

Golden sweepers (Parapriacanthus ransonneti), Indonesia, by Jeff Yonover

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E-Current
July 2011

In this Issue: Photo Contest Winner [2] • Mass Marine Extinction? [3] • Coral Reef Conservation in Fashion [4] • Mangrove Project Update
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Featured Project: Coral Reef CSI [6]
Crimes Against Sea Life Exhibit
[7] The National Museum of Crime and Punishment [8] in Washington, D.C., is featuring the Coral Reef CSI program in its new Crimes Against Sea Life exhibit. The exhibit exposes many of the injustices perpetrated against ocean life and showcases groups and agencies that are fighting back. If you’ll be in Washington, D.C., be sure to visit the museum before the exhibit closes on Labor Day—you’ll get to see in person some of the tools used by Coral Reef CSI investigators!
Learn more about the Coral Reef CSI program » [9]

Help the Reefs Quick Tip [10]
Don’t forget to help the ocean when you hit the beach this summer! Pick up any trash you find, but leave shells, rocks, and seaweed behind.
More on our site » [11]

Coral Reefs in the News [12]

Are Fish Much Smarter Than We Think? [13]
Source: Macquerie University

More Than 300 New Species Discovered in the Philippines [14]
Source: ScienceDaily

New Antibiotic Fished out of Sea [15]
Source: The Times of India

Bill Creates Marine Protected Areas [16]
Source: Manila Bulletin

New Analysis: Coral Reefs Provide Great Value to Jamaica's Economy [17]
Source: World Resources Institute

More News... [18]

Sweetlips (Plectorhinchus sp.), Indonesia

Special Discount for the CORAL Community » [19]
During the month of July, CORAL’s partner Leisure Pro is offering you a 5% discount on all your online purchases at leisurepro.com [20] (minimum order $25). Simply enter the following code at checkout: 8YTUP8NUM. Now get in the water!

[21]	Photo Contest Winner Announced! [22] Congratulations to Brandi Mueller of Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, who is this month’s winner of the E-Current Photo Contest. Brandi captured this striking portrait of a longnose hawkfish (Oxycirrhites typus) in an area off the Kona coast where black coral—much of which has been removed for the jewelry industry—seems to be making a comeback and providing hawkfish habitat. Click below to download Brandi’s image as your desktop wallpaper and learn more about the photo contest. Download the photo » [23]

[24]	Unequivocal Action Needed to Avert Mass Marine Extinction [25] The plight of the ocean made headlines this month when a panel of marine experts released a report warning that we are at high risk of entering a phase of mass marine species extinction. The report is yet another urgent argument for strong, united action to prevent such a crisis. See how you can help! Read the story » [26]

[27]	Fashionistas Helping Coral Reefs [28] Coral reef conservation is in fashion this summer! CORAL just listed a host of donated designer (and mostly) vintage clothing and accessories on eBay, including fashions from Oscar de la Renta, Cynthia Vincent, Victor Costa, san blas, and more. The best part: 100% of the sales from these beautiful and unique items will go directly to our coral reef conservation activities. So please, spread the word—and start shopping! Auctions end soon! Find CORAL’s eBay listings » [29]

[30]	[31]Project Update: Belize Mangrove Seedlings Are Healthy and Growing [32] This winter, CORAL sponsored a project to plant mangroves at three pilot restoration sites in San Pedro, Belize. Once mature, these mangroves will help to protect both the coastline and the nearby coral reefs. We are happy to report that our seedlings are well on their way to providing those benefits, and local children are helping to expand the project. Read the story » [33]

Your Vote Could Make the Difference! [34] If you haven’t yet voted for your favorite 2012 CORAL calendar cover image, please help us choose! The contest is incredibly close right now, so your vote could tip the scale—and it could also win you a free calendar. Don’t forget to share the contest news with your friends! It’s a great way to get them involved with CORAL. Cast your vote » [35]

* Photo Credits and Notes:
Banner Photo: Golden sweepers (Parapriacanthus ransonneti), Indonesia
Photographer: Jeff Yonover
Large Center Photo: Longnose hawkfish (Oxycirrhites typus), Hawaii
Photographer: Brandi Mueller
Left Side Photo: Coral Reef CSI Exhibit at the National Museum of Crime & Punishment
Photographer: Greenpeace/Bob Meyers

Links:
[1] http://www.coral.org
[2] http://www.coral.org/node/5413#story1
[3] http://www.coral.org/node/5413#story2
[4] http://www.coral.org/node/5413#story3
[5] http://www.coral.org/node/5413#story4
[6] http://www.coral.org/coral_reef_csi
[7] http://www.coral.org/coral_reef_csi
[8] http://www.crimemuseum.org/
[9] http://www.coral.org/coral_reef_csi
[10] http://www.coral.org/resources/guides_best_practices/for_everyone
[11] http://www.coral.org/resources/guides_best_practices/for_everyone
[12] http://www.coral.org/news/headlines
[13] http://www.coral.org/node/5403
[14] http://www.coral.org/node/5395
[15] http://www.coral.org/node/5389
[16] http://www.coral.org/node/5387
[17] http://www.coral.org/node/5374
[18] http://www.coral.org/news/from_the_media
[19] http://www.leisurepro.com
[20] http://www.leisurepro.com
[21] http://www.coral.org/wallpaper
[22] http://www.coral.org/wallpaper
[23] http://www.coral.org/wallpaper
[24] http://www.coral.org/node/5410
[25] http://www.coral.org/node/5410
[26] http://www.coral.org/node/5410
[27] http://shop.ebay.com/coralreefalliance/m.html?_dmd=1&_ipg=50&_sop=12&_rdc=1
[28] http://shop.ebay.com/coralreefalliance/m.html?_dmd=1&_ipg=50&_sop=12&_rdc=1
[29] http://shop.ebay.com/coralreefalliance/m.html?_dmd=1&_ipg=50&_sop=12&_rdc=1
[30] http://www.coral.org/node/5409
[31] http://www.coral.org/node/5409
[32] http://www.coral.org/node/5409
[33] http://www.coral.org/node/5409
[34] http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/N6CR7P3
[35] http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/N6CR7P3