Satellite image of Taiaro Atoll Atolls are ring-shaped islands that form in the tropics and subtropics from the buildup of coral reefs atop an underwater landmass. The shape of the island usually forms a lagoon. The lagoons are often connected to the outside ocean by passes but Taiaro Atoll, located in French Polynesia, is unique. Its lagoon is fully enclosed. With a temperature of around 0.5-1.0°C warmer than the surrounding ocean, this lagoon provides scientists with a natural laboratory to answer questions about climate change and evolution. Credit: Pascal Kobeh Date: 08 March 2023 Credit: Pascal Kobeh Download full-resolution image Share on: Related Images Location of Taiaro Atoll The scientists took a local flight to Fakarava airport where they boarded a boat to Taiaro Atoll. Both Fakarava and Taiaro are part of the Tuamotu Archipelago, which includes the largest chain of atolls in the world. Securing a buoy A diver secures a buoy to measure the temperature. Credit: Pascal Kobeh 調査地点のサンゴ礁 図3. aは地点8の礁斜面、bは地点21の礁池でのサンゴ礁。ダイバーが直接観察によって同定した造礁サンゴ属と環境DNA解析法によって同定された属はほぼ完全に一致した。 Aerial image of Taiaro Atoll Aerial image of Taiaro Atoll Credit: Pascal Kobeh Dr. Marcela Herrera Sarrias Dr. Marcela Herrera Sarrias works at the molecular biology lab within the camp before beginning the journey to the house to store the samples. Credit: Pascal Kobeh
Location of Taiaro Atoll The scientists took a local flight to Fakarava airport where they boarded a boat to Taiaro Atoll. Both Fakarava and Taiaro are part of the Tuamotu Archipelago, which includes the largest chain of atolls in the world.
Location of Taiaro Atoll The scientists took a local flight to Fakarava airport where they boarded a boat to Taiaro Atoll. Both Fakarava and Taiaro are part of the Tuamotu Archipelago, which includes the largest chain of atolls in the world.
Dr. Marcela Herrera Sarrias Dr. Marcela Herrera Sarrias works at the molecular biology lab within the camp before beginning the journey to the house to store the samples. Credit: Pascal Kobeh
Dr. Marcela Herrera Sarrias Dr. Marcela Herrera Sarrias works at the molecular biology lab within the camp before beginning the journey to the house to store the samples. Credit: Pascal Kobeh