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UNDERWATER CONSTRUCTION FOR CORALS
Off Gulf coast of Florida, giant concrete domes were dropped more than 200 feet underwater to help restore corals and sea life. All corals outplanted in 2025 survived and even grew- In 2019, 2 beavers were released in Yorkshire’s Cropton Forest. 5 years later, 6 dams are slowing floodwaters and reviving wildlife
- Florida was throwing away damaged metal signposts. In 2026, they are being turned into underwater habitats
- In 2006, an artist installed 75 human figures off Grenada after a hurricane damaged its reefs; corals later colonized them alongside parrotfish, shrimp and firewormsAfter Hurricane Ivan wreaked havoc on Molinere Bay's coral reefs in Grenada, expert efforts saw the installation of concrete sculptures. A ...16 Sep, 2026, 01.10 PM IST
- US military port project in Palau revives WWII memories, stokes fearsPalau plans a significant US military port expansion next year. This project aims to berth US Navy ships and deepen the harbor. Locals worr...16 Sep, 2026, 08.02 AM IST
- In 1997, Florida sank 8 A-7 Corsairs and a T-2 trainer off Jacksonville; 5 years later, all remained in place and were regularly used by divers and fishermenIn 1997, retired A-7 Corsair aircraft were deliberately sunk off the Florida coast, serving a dual purpose as artificial reefs. This innova...06 Sep, 2026, 03.00 PM IST
- In 1995, Hurricane Luis damaged Maiden Island Reef in the Caribbean, already hit by development. Years later, Reef Balls supported 5,000 new coral colonies representing 30 speciesReef Balls are designed artificial reef modules mimicking natural structures. These concrete units provide habitat and shelter for marine s...06 Sep, 2026, 01.51 AM IST
- In 2019, Australia lowered a 58-ton concrete greenhouse into the Great Barrier Reef; the 12-metre underwater structure became a living artwork and coral habitatNestled beneath the waves near John Brewer Reef in Australia lies an innovative Coral Greenhouse sculpture crafted from pH-neutral cement, ...26 Aug, 2026, 08.59 PM IST
- In 2025, Miami sank 22 concrete cars beneath the Atlantic; what looks like an underwater traffic jam is actually a giant artificial reef for 2,200 coralsBeneath the waves off Miami Beach, a striking collection of 22 concrete cars lies submerged, serving as artificial reefs that support coral...23 Aug, 2026, 03.25 PM IST
- In 2023, Georgia sank two retired Atlanta commuter trains; seven months later, divers found corals, fish, and other marine life colonizing the railcarsRetired MARTA train cars were sunk off Georgia's coast to create new reefs. Divers found marine life and coral growth on the cars within se...20 Aug, 2026, 06.40 PM IST
- In 1970, US dumped 2 million tires into the ocean; a plan to save marine life turned into one of the biggest environmental blundersIn 1972, more than 2 million old tires were dumped into the Atlantic Ocean off Florida. The goal was simple. Create an artificial reef and ...03 Aug, 2026, 06.32 PM IST
- India’s first underwater museum project launched off Maharashtra coast in SindhudurgSindhudurg district in Maharashtra is set to become a major marine tourism hub. India's first underwater museum and submarine tourism proje...21 May, 2026, 05.18 PM IST
- Why Are the World’s Oceans Getting Louder Each Year?The ocean's natural sounds are being drowned out by human activity. Ships create constant noise that travels far, affecting marine animals....24 Feb, 2026, 02.49 PM IST
- Visible From Space: The Massive Beaver Dam That’s Quietly Reshaping an Entire LandscapeA colossal beaver dam, the largest ever recorded at 850 meters, has been discovered in Alberta, Canada. This massive structure, visible fro...22 Feb, 2026, 09.59 PM IST
- Animals Build Cities Without Blueprints, and the Science Explains HowNature's architects build without blueprints! From beaver dams to termite mounds and ant cities, complex structures emerge as animals respo...09 Feb, 2026, 03.52 PM IST
- Wordle Hints, August 7: Puzzle #1510 offers a breezy challenge, here’s how to decode | SpoilersThe New York Times’ wildly popular word puzzle keeps captivating players each morning with its straightforward yet addictive challenge. Wor...07 Aug, 2025, 04.20 PM IST
- PM Modi dives into Arabian Sea to offer underwater prayers in Dwarka, shares picsPrime Minister Narendra Modi indulged in scuba diving off the coast of Panchkui beach in Gujarat, describing the experience as "very divine...25 Feb, 2024, 03.16 PM IST
- Male: The land of clear waters, marine life and coral reefsThe Maldives are a perfect place to go exploring undiscovered locales. Snorkel down and explore the coral reef which has a beautiful marine...06 Aug, 2015, 05.23 AM IST
- Rain & RanjiA visit to Ranji’s city, Jamnagar, yielded a surprise treasure trove of palaces.23 Aug, 2007, 02.36 AM IST
- Rain & RanjiA visit to Ranji’s city, Jamnagar, yielded a surprise treasure trove of palaces.23 Aug, 2007, 01.36 AM IST
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