Recently, the National Geographic Pristine Seas team came across an incredible discovery in the Solomon Islands. What was ...

It's so massive it can be seen from space. This discovery isn't your typical coral reef with vibrant colors. It's a Pavona ...

In new photos shared by the research team, the coral, a species known as Pavona clavus, looks like a lumpy brown mound covered in knobs. Closer views reveal bits of yellow, green, and purple.

Only the emperor was allowed to wear a purple toga, while senators could wear a white toga with the latus clavus, a broad purple stripe along the edge. Equestrian togas had a narrow purple stripe ...

In comparison, the Pavona clavus coral colony in the Solomon Islands measured 34 by 32 m (112 by 105 ft). Vincent Chalias, founder of Bali-based Ocean Gardener, told Mongabay in an email ...