The dual character of corals, that they are both auto‐and heterotrophs, was recognized early
in the twentieth Century. It is generally accepted that the symbiotic association between …

In recent years, particular attention has been paid to coupling and energy transfer between
benthos and plankton. Because of their abundance, certain benthic suspension feeders …

When describing coral shape and form the term phenotypic plasticity, ie environment‐
induced changes in morphology, is often used synonymously with intraspecific variation …

With rubble predicted to increase on coral reefs worldwide, we review the physical,
biological, and ecological dynamics of rubble beds, with a focus on how rubble generation …

Although the oceans play a fundamental role in shaping the distribution and function of coral
reefs worldwide, a modern understanding of the complex interactions between ocean and …

High concentrations of fine suspended particulate matter (SPM) on nearshore coral reefs are
generally assumed to be a stress factor for corals. However, the extent to which SPM serves …

Physical Oceanographic Processes of the Great Barrier Reef is the first comprehensive
volume describing the water circulation and its influence in controlling the distribution of …

Most climate projections suggest that sea level may rise on the order of 0.5–1.0 m by 2100; it
is not clear, however, how fluid flow and sediment dynamics on exposed fringing reefs might …

Coral reef ecosystems are at the crossroads. While significant gaps still exist in our
understanding of how “normal” reefs work, unprecedented changes in coral reef systems …

Patterns of community structure in the marine environment are strongly influenced by
population relationships to biotic and physical gradients. The aim of this work is to explore …