Life in a Coral Reef

The KidHaven Press "Ecosystems series examines the rhythms of life that sustain ecosystems ranging from coral reefs to deserts to rain forests. All volumes include vivid descriptions of the unique plants and animals found within a given ecosystem. If the health of that ecosystem is threatened, the threats are also discussed. "Life in a Coral Reef explores the active and vibrant world of coral reef habitats, one of the most complex ecosystems on Earth. Three chapters describe different types of corals and explain how reefs are formed, illustrate a variety of coral reef plant and animal life, and discuss a number of environmental issues that threaten coral reefs and the conservation efforts under way to save them. Colorful photos accompany the text.Haugen, Hayley Mitchell is the author of 'Life in a Coral Reef' with ISBN 9780737713701 and ISBN 0737713704.