How many different species live in reefs? What new medicines have been discovered in reef organisms?
Participate in training or educational programs that focus on reef ecology. You can find out about these trainings at www.reefcheck.org. When you further your own education, you can help others understand the fragility and value of the world’s coral reefs. • Become a member of your local aquarium or zoo. Ask what they are doing and what your donation can do towards saving the world’s coral reefs. The answer may pleasantly surprise you. • When you visit a coral reef, help keep it healthy by respecting all local guidelines, recommendations, regulations, and customs. Ask local authorities or your dive shop how to protect the reef. • When you visit a coral reef, always wear waterproof sun block. This keeps it from coming off in the water and causing pollution. • When snorkeling, always wear a flotation device. This keeps you from getting tired and stepping on the reefs which could break or kill it. • Never take a piece of the reef not even a small bit. • Don’t buy food to feed the fish whe
