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Treasures of the Great Barrier Reef
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Program Overview
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The Great Barrier Reef along the northeast coast of Australia is the
largest coral formation in the world. Within its 365,000 square
kilometers exists a unique underwater environment that is
continually evolving. The coral itself can vary greatly from one
region of the reef to another, as it adapts to varying conditions of
light, surf, and temperature. In this program, marine biologists and
photographers explore the reef, using specialized underwater cameras
to investigate the diversity and interdependence of the many species
of plants and animals that live there. In addition, the program
documents the annual spawning of coral and the geological and
biological forces that make it possible for coral reefs to survive.
The program highlights the fragility of coral reefs around the
world, many of which are endangered because of overfishing and
excessive use by humans.
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