NOAA scientists have identified a massive Porites coral colony in the Maug caldera near the Mariana Islands, estimated to be over 2,000 years old. The colony spans about 14,500 square feet and stands out as unusually resilient in acidic volcanic conditions, offering researchers a living record of ocean chemistry and clues for future reef survival.
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