Scientists have discovered an untouched coral reef over 70 meters before the ocean's surface, an inspiring discovery for conservationists.
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The “twilight zone” is essentially the depth in the ocean where there is just enough light to sustain life. Once you pass beyond that point, the ocean’s depths turn into a pit of darkness. The reef is located roughly 70 meters from the surface—around 230 feet. It spreads out for nearly two miles, though.The find is extremely notable because of how rare untouched coral reefs have become, especially in recent years. The scientists spent over 200 hours studying the new reef.
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