Restored staghorn coral (Acropora cervicornis) at Looe Key reef
Detailed Description
Restored staghorn coral (Acropora cervicornis) at Looe Key reef in the lower Florida Keys outplanted by Mote Marine Laboratory's coral restoration program. This reef is also one of the locations targeted for restoration through NOAA's Mission: Iconic Reefs.
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