Overview
From the dark blue waters of the deep reef to warm shallow lagoons, A Coral Reef explores the colorful species that make a coral reef their home. The spectacular colors of branching elkhorn and delicate sea fans, along with the amazing shapes of hermit crabs and starfish, make up coral reef sea life. The reefs’ underwater gardens are captured through stunning photographs and illustrations. A special section guides the young reader on how to become a beach detective. Fantastic Fact boxes feature: – The Florida keys and Great Barrier reefs – How coral reefs are formed – A coral reef food chain