Deep-Sea Corals | NOAA Fisheries

New Report Documents Amazing U.S. Deep-Sea Coral and Sponge Ecosystems

Highlights decade of conservation progress.

January 05, 2018 - Feature Story ,

National

Deep-Sea Corals and Sponge Research in Alaska

Coral research in Alaska.

Alaska

Deep-Sea Coral Habitat

You might think of corals and picture a sunny and shallow tropical reef. Yet recent advances in deep ocean exploration have revealed spectacular coral gardens in the dark ocean depths. Hundreds—and even thousands—of feet beyond the reach of sunlight,…

National

Important Fish Habitat Formed By Slow-Growing Corals May Recover More Slowly In A Changing Climate

Corals provide a refuge for fish, but can be injured by disturbances. A new five-year study reveals that one species of Alaskan coral can take 60 years to grow to full size - and may grow even more slowly in a warming ocean.

January 12, 2017 - Feature Story ,

Alaska

Deep Sea Research and Technology Program: 2016 Report to Congress

This biennial report to Congress summarizes the steps taken by NOAA to identify, monitor, and protect deep-sea coral areas, including the Deep-Sea Coral Research and Technology Program’s research activities and results.

July 12, 2016 - Report to Congress ,

National

Alaska’s Secret Gardens

Aleutian Island coral gardens hold secrets - some that may save lives.

November 03, 2015 - Feature Story ,

Alaska

Canyons, Corals, and Sustainable Fishing in the Bering Sea

Should the Bering Sea canyons be closed to fishing to protect sensitive habitats? Here are a few FAQs about the science and the decision-making.

June 03, 2014 - Feature Story ,

Alaska

Deep Sea Coral Collection Protocols - A Synthesis of Field Experience from Deep-sea Coral Researchers, Designed to Build our National Capacity to Document Deep-sea Coral Diversity

NOAA Technical Memorandum NMFS-OPR-28

August 01, 2006 - Technical Memo

"Deep-Sea Corals"

Deep-Sea Corals Results