Abstract The following research was conducted in order to assess the effect(s) caused by the depletion of a specific predator, the Green Sea Turtle, in the Andros Barrier Reef on the coral reef growth of coral reefs and survival. More specifically a cascading top down...
Marching together in a line, we stumbled unceremoniously over our oversized flippers. Neither the enervating tropical sun nor the heavy scuba equipment completely explained why we had sweat rolling down our cheeks. For my wife, this was her first dive outside a swimming pool. Before...
Introduction When people think Australia, several images and feelings come about: kangaroos, beaches, sunshine, natural and exotic landscapes and scenery, the Outback and more. One of these images most people think of when they hear about Australia is the Great Barrier Reef. Considered to be...
The article Treadmill Predispositions and Social Responses, by Schnaiberg Gould is related to the article Silent Spill, by Beamish, in that it explains a general overview as to what people are doing to the environment, due to the expansion of production and need for profits...
Therelationship between the coyote and the buffalo has been one of complexity and interdependence. These two iconic North American species have coexisted for centuries, each playing a unique role in the ecosystem. This essay will explore the dynamics of this relationship, the impact of human...
Table of Contents Climate Change Pollution Overfishing Coastal Development Consequences and Potential Solutions The Environmental Impacts of The Great Barrier Reef The Great Barrier Reef, just off Queensland’s coast in Australia, is the largest coral reef system on our planet. It’s packed with a crazy...
