What are Coral Reefs?

Coral Reefs are large reefs that are formed along tropical islands and areas. These underwater structures are made from calcium carbonate. These coral areas provide habitats for small organisms such as fish, small crabs, and starfish. Coral reefs grow fast in warm, shallow, clear, sunny, and agitated waters. These Reefs have nicknames called "Rain forests of the Sea." These very diverse areas thrive with multiple color plants and animals. Multiple types of Coral Reefs may be found, like the fringing reefs, barrier reef, atoll reef, patch reef, and many many many more...