A Diversity of Corals Growing in the Mangroves Within Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument
linkThis photo shows a mangrove ecosystem that may be unique in the Caribbean in terms of the abundance and diversity of corals.
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A Diversity of Corals Growing in the Mangroves Within Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument
A Diversity of Corals Growing in the Mangroves Within Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument
linkThis photo shows a mangrove ecosystem that may be unique in the Caribbean in terms of the abundance and diversity of corals.
Mycetophyllia sp. Coral Abundance in the Virgin Islands
This coral (Mycetophyllia sp.) is not abundant in coral reefs of the Virgin Islands. It most commonly grows in water deeper than 40 ft., and it is surprising to find it growing in the shade of the mangroves in 3 ft of water.
This coral (Mycetophyllia sp.) is not abundant in coral reefs of the Virgin Islands. It most commonly grows in water deeper than 40 ft., and it is surprising to find it growing in the shade of the mangroves in 3 ft of water.
Red Mangroves in Hurricane Hole, US Virgin Islands
In Hurricane Hole, Red Mangrove trees extend from land into the water, anchoring the trees along the shoreline and creating a rich marine ecosystem.
In Hurricane Hole, Red Mangrove trees extend from land into the water, anchoring the trees along the shoreline and creating a rich marine ecosystem.
Kristen Hart releasing a satellite-tagged hawksbill sea turtle
Kristen Hart releasing a satellite-tagged hawksbill sea turtle, August 2008, Dry Tortugas National Park.
Kristen Hart releasing a satellite-tagged hawksbill sea turtle, August 2008, Dry Tortugas National Park.
A Queen Angelfish Swims in Front of Coral Colonies of Several Species Growing in Mangroves Within Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument
linkThis photo shows a mangrove ecosystem that may be unique in the Caribbean in terms of the abundance and diversity of corals.
A Queen Angelfish Swims in Front of Coral Colonies of Several Species Growing in Mangroves Within Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument
linkThis photo shows a mangrove ecosystem that may be unique in the Caribbean in terms of the abundance and diversity of corals.
Fall Foliage in North Carolina Mountains
Evening sunset over the mountains in Waynesville.
Evening sunset over the mountains in Waynesville.
Fall Foliage in North Carolina Mountains
Evening sunset over the mountains in Waynesville.
Evening sunset over the mountains in Waynesville.
Alabama Sturgeon
An endangered Alabama sturgeon from the Mobile River.
An endangered Alabama sturgeon from the Mobile River.
Alabama Sturgeon
An endangered Alabama sturgeon from the Mobile River.
An endangered Alabama sturgeon from the Mobile River.
Bucolic Country Lane in Florida
This bucolic country lane in east central Florida is lined with cabbage palms and oaks, a scene that is made increasingly rare with ongoing pressures of urbanization.
This bucolic country lane in east central Florida is lined with cabbage palms and oaks, a scene that is made increasingly rare with ongoing pressures of urbanization.
Alligator Resting in Afternoon Sun
Alligators are very abundant in the freshwater wetlands of Everglades National Park and can usually be seen along the Anhinga trail in the park, especially when water levels are low. This ~5-foot gator is resting on exposed limestone bedrock alongside the trail.
Alligators are very abundant in the freshwater wetlands of Everglades National Park and can usually be seen along the Anhinga trail in the park, especially when water levels are low. This ~5-foot gator is resting on exposed limestone bedrock alongside the trail.
An Endangered Red Hawksbill Sea Turtle Swims Over a Threatened Elkhorn Coral in Virgin Islands National Park
linkThis photo shows an endangered hawksbill (Eretmochelys imbricata) swimming over a colony of elkhorn coral (Acropora palmata).
USGS scientists are doing research on sea turtles and corals in Florida and the US Virgin Islands.
An Endangered Red Hawksbill Sea Turtle Swims Over a Threatened Elkhorn Coral in Virgin Islands National Park
linkThis photo shows an endangered hawksbill (Eretmochelys imbricata) swimming over a colony of elkhorn coral (Acropora palmata).
USGS scientists are doing research on sea turtles and corals in Florida and the US Virgin Islands.
Scientists Collecting Bed-Sediment Samples from Suwanee Creek, Georgia
U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) scientists collecting bed-sediment samples from Suwanee Creek, Gwinnett County, Georgia, on May 23, 2007.
U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) scientists collecting bed-sediment samples from Suwanee Creek, Gwinnett County, Georgia, on May 23, 2007.
Georgia Fires, USA
The Georgia Fire consisted of two fires, the Sweat Farm Road fire and the Big Turnaround fire. The fires were located 10 miles (16 kilometers) southwest of Waycross, Georgia, and were separated by Swamp Road.
The Georgia Fire consisted of two fires, the Sweat Farm Road fire and the Big Turnaround fire. The fires were located 10 miles (16 kilometers) southwest of Waycross, Georgia, and were separated by Swamp Road.
View of Dos Bocas reservoir, Utuado, Puerto Rico
View of Dos Bocas reservoir, Utuado, Puerto Rico
View of Dos Bocas reservoir, Utuado, Puerto Rico
Landsat 7
Landsat 7 - Hurricane Katrina. EROS History Project
Impervious areas affect rainfall runoff, flooding, and water quality.
Impervious areas can affect precipitation runoff and flooding, and water quality
Impervious areas can affect precipitation runoff and flooding, and water quality
A small stream in Georgia disappearing into a cave (infiltration).
Surface water disappears into a cave on the fast track to become groundwater.
A small stream disappearing into Russell Cave, Alabama.
Surface water disappears into a cave on the fast track to become groundwater.
A small stream disappearing into Russell Cave, Alabama.
Deep-Sea, Cold Water Coral
Coral reef off the Florida Keys.
Coral reef off the Florida Keys.
Cane Creek Reservoir, Orange County, NC, 2003.
Cane Creek Reservoir, Orange County, NC, 2003.
Cane Creek Reservoir, Orange County, NC, 2003.
Peachtree Creek, Atlanta, Ga. Debris from floods cause bridge problems
Peachtree Creek at Atlanta (USGS 02336300) Water Monitoring Site
Peachtree Creek at Atlanta (USGS 02336300) Water Monitoring Site