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Can deeper reefs, an area known as the Twilight Zone, provide protection for big fish and other animals from threats such as pollution, overfishing and warming?
An extensive and comprehensive dive into the Twilight Zone, or deep coral reefs, of Hawaii.
Descend into the twilight zone, where sunlight is scarce and every dive yields surprising discoveries.
Luiz Rocha, PhD, is an expert in deep coral reefs and advocates for their protection in areas around the globe. (Gayle Laird © 2023 California Academy of Sciences)
For his trailblazing work in deep coral reefs, Rocha joins 50 other explorers in this Rolex-backed honor.