Southeast Atlantic Coral Reefs: Protecting a Deep-sea Treasure

Off the Southeast coast of the U.S. lies a vast deepwater coral wilderness, one of the world's largest. Scientists have discovered  an array of new sea life in the 25,000 mile area.

Thanks to the efforts of EDF chief oceans scientist Doug Rader, these pristine corals won protection.

• Press release: Big win for huge coral reefs.
• Video: Dr. Rader talks about why the reefs are unique.
• Article: More about this undersea world.