Every third week of July, Coral Reef Awareness Week reminds us that beneath the ocean"s surface lies a world as rich and complex as any rainforest. Coral reefs—like the staghorn coral pictured here—are home to roughly 25% of all marine species, despite covering less than 1% of the seafloor. These ecosystems not only support ocean biodiversity but also protect coastlines and drive economies through tourism and fishing.
Coral Reef Awareness Week
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A vibrant, sun-drenched island
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Taughannock Falls State Park, New York
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International Museum Day
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Butterfly, fly away
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Total solar eclipse
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Polar bear, Churchill, Manitoba
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Christmas star lanterns, Germany
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Old City of Dubrovnik in Dalmatia, Croatia
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Whistler World Ski & Snowboard Festival
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You can take a refreshing dip here any day of the year
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One of the oldest parks in Quebec
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Boreal owl
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International Tea Day
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European river otter
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International Womens Day
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Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, United States
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A book lover’s paradise
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Ever seen garlic bloom?
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Grasmere, Lake District, Cumbria, England
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Grizzly bear and cub
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Volcán Alcedo giant tortoise, Isabela Island
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Cala Luna beach, Sardinia, Italy
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Splendid leaf frog
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Przewalskis horses
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Christmas lights on buildings of Domaso, Lake Como, Italy
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Dare to delve into this dense swamp
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Plum blossoms, China
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Trullo buildings in Alberobello, Apulia, Italy
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Red fox
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Celebrating Yi Peng
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