Remaining Portion of Large Star Coral Colony Nearly Completely Killed by Algal Overgrowth in Quebrada, Lighthouse Reef, Belize

Creator

John C. Ogden

Files

Preview

Creation Date

5-19-1999

Abstract

A close-up view of the tiny remaining portion of a large star coral colony (Montastrea cavernosa) nearly completely killed by algal overgrowth at the Quebrada dive spot in Lighthouse Reef, Belize.

Alt Text

A close-up view of a dark, bumpy coral structure on the ocean floor with various textures and colors around it. The surrounding area includes patches of lighter sand and smaller marine formations.

Keywords

Coral reefs and islands, Reef ecology, Marine sciences, Travel, Diving, Underwater photography

Extent

1 color photograph

Physical Collection

Dr. John Ogden Caribbean and Coral Reef Collection

Box

5

Folder

Binder 13

Digital Date

2024

Media Type

Color photographs

Identifier

O19-00588

Recommended Citation

Ogden, John C., "Remaining Portion of Large Star Coral Colony Nearly Completely Killed by Algal Overgrowth in Quebrada, Lighthouse Reef, Belize" (1999). Binder 13: Photographs and Images. Image 20.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/ogden13_images/20