KIKAI, Kagoshima Prefecture—The coral reef terraces of Kikaijima island here have been recognized by the International Union of Geological Sciences as one of the 100 IUGS Geological Heritage Sites.

Coral reefs are marine structures created by calcifying coral animals and their algal symbionts. Coral reef ecosystems are generally high in biodiversity, most often found in shallow tropical seas ...

The oceans have been much warmer than average for the past two years, and the planet just set another global heat record.

From the culinary specialities of Tasmania to the plethora of wildlife in the Seychelles, islands far and wide are home to a ...

"Expanding fossil fuel in the Coral Triangle is a dangerous course of action," Earth Insight's program director Florencia ...

Coral reefs are vital to marine ecosystems and the overall wellness of our planet. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, more than half a billion people depend on reefs for ...

Tripadvisor has unveiled its highly anticipated Travelers' Choice Awards for 2025, highlighting the world’s best destinations ...

Dragons, a mock whale hunt and human skulls: most of what we’re see on this trip would be visited only by the most dogged ...

Thuwal Private Resort has officially opened as the first island of its kind in Saudi Arabia, located off the coast of Jeddah.

From the culinary specialties of Tasmania to the plethora of wildlife in the Seychelles, islands far and wide are home to a ...