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Scientists detect ‘pregnant’ coral with ultrasound
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Scientists detect ‘pregnant’ coral with ultrasound

Here’s a hopeful new tool for coral conservation: Canon’s medical ultrasound system can spot developing eggs inside living coral underwater. Tested on six species, the scans revealed reproductive structures without harming the corals, and researchers confirmed the findings by examining one specimen’s interior. Knowing when coral is likely to spawn could help conservationists plan breeding and restoration work more precisely while avoiding damaging inspections. With reefs under severe pressure from warming seas, this gives scientists a valuable new way to support their recovery.
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