The artificial technique involves matching the conditions of the tank to those where reefs are found in the wild and simulating the moon and sun cycles,Scientists are working to protect and save ocean coral through a pioneering breeding programme.lab, more than 70 miles from the nearest coast, to reproduce on cue.
All mature corals will release their eggs and sperm, at the same time meaning it is more likely that fertilisation will occur. The artificial technique involves matching the conditions of the tank to those where reefs are found in the wild and simulating the moon and sun cycles.This could be a game changer in protecting the reef animal as it could increase the possibility of scientists creating corals at aquariums to later be released in the wild.Reefs are vital not only for the ocean ecosystem and food chain but also environmentally too.
He continued: "What makes our work special is our close collaborations with other groups from charities, trusts, universities and even the United Nations and other policy makers."