MOUNTAINOUS STAR CORAL SCAVANGER HUNT
ORBICELLA FAVEOLOTA
CONSERVATION STATUS: Endangered
DESCRIPTION:
Native to the Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico, this coral species is the most studied and abundant reef-builder in its range. It grows into various shapes—such as boulders, columns, and plates—depending on light availability. Despite its abundance, it grows very slowly, with new growth unable to keep pace with natural mortality rates. This coral is also highly susceptible to disease, leading to a 50% population decline over the last 30 years.
KEYWORD: Duplicate
SCAVANGER HUNT
ORBICELLA FAVEOLOTA MOUNTAINOUS STAR CORAL
YOUR NEXT CLUE:
Follow the path where the sea breeze blows light, to find the tower that guides ships at night. Where the shore meets the sky, a tower stands high. You can climb its steps with delight, to see the island in full sight.
CLUE:
Find the red and white striped beacon in the distance.