There Goes The Neighborhood: Coral Larvae Use Old Oil Rigs To Expand Population
- 6 years ago
Decommissioned oil rigs and shipwrecks dot the ocean floor.
Their initial presence was incredibly disruptive. But over time, they become a part of the ecosystem.
Not only has life adopted to their presence, but the structures themselves are giving back to the environment.
According to Mother Nature Network, old oil rigs could be a unique conservation opportunity.
They help marine life become more resilient to climate change and habitat loss.
Their initial presence was incredibly disruptive. But over time, they become a part of the ecosystem.
Not only has life adopted to their presence, but the structures themselves are giving back to the environment.
According to Mother Nature Network, old oil rigs could be a unique conservation opportunity.
They help marine life become more resilient to climate change and habitat loss.