Jana Vetter
@janavetter.bsky.social
Coral reef scientist 🪸; diving enthusiast; PhD student at the Marine Holobiomics Group
Colonies responded to neighbouring corals even without physical contact. Low-performing species thrived in mixed groups, while high performers declined, revealing that subtle, contact-free interactions may influence coral productivity, with potential implications for reef restoration.
Species identity and composition affect the productivity of stony corals
rdcu.be
October 6, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Colonies responded to neighbouring corals even without physical contact. Low-performing species thrived in mixed groups, while high performers declined, revealing that subtle, contact-free interactions may influence coral productivity, with potential implications for reef restoration.