Sentences with phrase «ancient coral reefs»

While the primary view seen along this drive are the bright blue waters of the Florida Straits, the waters between the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean, the Keys are actually exposed ancient coral reefs leading to varied wildlife and much ecotourism.

Rapid sea - level changes (10 meters within 1000 years) were found in ancient coral reefs: Thompson and Goldstein (2005); Blanchon et al. (2009) found a «2 — 3 - m jump in sea level» in a century, presumably due to ice sheet instability, during a period warmer than the 20th century.

Heading out from San Ignacio Town, visitors can explore vibrant jungles and rolling hills built on the remains of ancient coral reefs formed in what became the Caribbean Sea millions of years ago.

Only recently, when the African continental plate collided again with the European plate, were the ancient coral reefs forced to resurface again.

Now we know that the majestic dolomite layers in the Dolomite mountains are — amazingly — the work of tiny organisms: it is a very thick layer of ancient coral reefs.

Current research suggests that ancient coral reefs began as deep, dark communities that evolved into highly diverse systems by establishing communities in shallower water environments with more light.

As landmasses go, Barbados is relatively young, at just under a million years old, and was created when two tectonic plates collided, causing a volcano to erupt and pushing up an ancient coral reef that dried out and started vegetating, eventually becoming the island it is today.

Not exact matches

By analyzing the sediments, scientists can predict how much coral and algae were present on mesophotic reef environment, this new information has important implications from interpreting ancient reef environments found in fossils, where the abundance of diverse habitat forming species can not be analyzed visually.

«Understanding ways that we can detect these systems in the sedimentary record will show us where these systems were in the past and if they also contributed to ancient reef recovery after major coral upheavals in the Caribbean.»

«The results of this study provide the first analog to understanding how habitat biodiversity in these systems has evolved since the first reef - building ancient ancestors of modern corals.»

Situated on the Great Barrier Reef, this ancient coral cay is home to over 120 species of native plants, colourful bird and marine life and beautiful coral gardens to explore.

The Daintree Rainforest is one of the world's most unique destinations, combining ancient tropical rainforests of the Daintree National Park, the majestic Daintree River, and breathtaking mountain peaks from which you can take in the warm blue waters of The Great Barrier Reef, the world's most extensive coral reef sysReef, the world's most extensive coral reef sysreef system.

From globally acclaimed luxury lodges and character - filled high - end bush camps to private wildlife conservancies and a luxury expedition cruiser, these sustainably - designed luxe accommodations are immersed in Australia's most dramatic landscapes: overlooking the ocean, in the heart of the Outback, tucked into sand dunes, amid ancient rainforests, on islands fringed by World Heritage coral reefs and surrounded by Australia's finest vineyards.

Travelers from all around the globe flock to Belize in order to soak in the beauty of its beaches, the lush greenery of its jungles, the historic significance of its ancient Mayan ruins and the magnificence of its coral reefs.

Package inclusions: 3 nights green island resort: • full buffet breakfast daily • outer barrier reef cruise • return ferry transfers from cairns • outer barrier reef cruise • return ferry transfers from cairns • sunset drinks • all non-motorised activities (see below) 4 nights sheraton mirage resort: • full buffet breakfast daily • complimentary access to fitness centre • complimentary daily newspaper • free wi - fi in lobby situated on the great barrier reef, this ancient coral cay is home to over 120 species of native plants, colourful bird and marine life and beautiful coral gardens to explore.

The Caribbean beachfront leads to a rich coral reef within swimming distance, and the lagoon front to ancient Mayan canals.

The Riviera Maya region in Mexico is home to dazzling beaches, ancient Mayan archaeological sites, coral reefs, and all - inclusive resorts — all conveniently located just south of Cancun.

You can visit the mainland cities, towns, and interior and meet friendly people, see historic sights, ancient Maya cities, or go to the cayes, thus enjoying the sea, beaches, and the coral reef.

Australia's North West is an ancient, rugged land where the red desert meets the azure blue ocean and splendid coral reefs.

Dive or snorkel among the brilliant corals and marine creatures in the turquoise waters of the Great Barrier Reef, bushwalk in the ancient World Heritage Listed Daintree forests or just relax and enjoy the best of Port Douglas and the Tropical North.

Home to ancient Mayan ruins, the world's second - largest coral reef, pristine ecological reserves and more than 100 miles of white - sand beaches, the Mayan Riviera is a renowned tropical paradise that has become the country's top vacation destination.

He explained: «Sri Lanka has everything you need to be a fantastic destination, from awe - inspiring ancient cities, beautiful beaches and colourful coral reefs to mist - shrouded mountains, spectacular sights and wonderful wildlife.

This world - renowned paradise is home to mangroves and lagoons, ancient Mayan cities, ecological reserves and adventure parks, and the world's second largest coral reef.

Central America is becoming a very interesting spot for tourists with its untouched tropical nature, beautiful beaches on the shores of the Atlantic and Pacific oceans, coral reefs and numerous monuments of the ancient Mayan civilization.

A small nation in Central America, Belize is blessed with a large bounty of pristine wildlife reserves, beautifully eco-diverse coral reefs, and mysterious ancient Maya ruins.

Volunteer abroad in Central America and Venture to the unspoiled less visited regions of Central America and discover beautiful beaches, jungles, Mountains, coral reefs and an ancient Maya culture, Central America is one of the most rich and diverse areas in the world.

Ancient shipwrecks, pristine coral reefs, and an amazing assortment of fish and turtles.

The second largest barrier reef in the world hosts all sorts of marine wildlife species attracted to the ancient coral topography.

From beautiful beaches and coral reefs to jungle sinkholes and nature reserves, ancient Mayan temples to gracious old colonial cities, the area is full of incredible travel spots awaiting discovery.

With just a short drive or boat ride, guests can easily experience cave tubing through the ancient Mayan caves and zip - lining atop the rainforest on one day then snorkeling and diving at the world's 2nd largest living coral reef the next!

The country boasts ancient Mayan ruins, the second largest coral reef system in the world, diverse wildlife, and unique culture.

Belize offers miles of beautiful coral reefs, tropical rainforests, ancient ruins, exotic wildlife and a melting pot of cultures making it a spectacular riding destination.

Take in views of the coral sea, home of the Great Barrier Reef, on one side and the ancient Daintree rainforest on the other side.

Surrounded by a colony of paradisiac islands and the second coral reef in the world, Belize hints at exoticism and romanticism whilst also offering a fantastic range of activities for adventure seekers: walks across tropical rainforests, discovering the way of the ancient Maya and relaxing massages by the sea.

White sand beaches, untouched coral reefs, ancient Mayan civilizations and impressive marine life — Belize has it all.

The Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforests, palm - lined beaches, granite gorges, tumbling waterfalls, ancient tree ferns, coral cays, islands, rivers, streams, volcanic lakes and savannah plains are just some of the many features of this diverse, naturally stunning part of Australia.

From the ancient temples of Cambodia which are overwhelmed by gigantic trees, to magnificent shipwrecks where coral reefs grow out of the decks of industrial machines, nature can grow in extraordinary ways, bringing life to forgotten spaces.

Oil — > Transport, Electricity — > 1) C02 and 10x stronger or so CH4 in air — > Global Warming — > Draughts, Hurricanes, Floods — > Lost crops, forests, homes — > CO2 fixing potential lost, Starvation, Diseases, More ressources / energy needed 2) C02 and 10x stronger or so CH4 in air — > Global Warming — > Ice caps and glaciers metling — > Earth natural climate stabilizers lost + massive CH4 release from pergelisoils & ancient ice melt 3) CO2 in water — > Oceans acidification — > Destruction of centennial / millenial coral reefs — > Loss of oceans» filters / pulmons / incubators / biodiversity reservoir — > Food shortage

The ancient corals revealed that about 5200 years ago, ocean temperatures at Heron Reef were 1.3 °C — 2.8 °C cooler than present, and about 7000 years ago, they were 1.3 °C cooler than present.

A study published this March in the journal Nature found that last year's bleaching of the Great Barrier Reef was so severe that there was no similar analog in the thousands of years of ancient coral cores scientists use to study past climates.

Getting to the ancient coral, a sort of great - great - grandfather to the Great Barrier Reef, posed a challenge; it lies on and below the ocean floor.