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R.I. state coral is key to addressing climate change
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R.I. state coral is key to addressing climate change

Rhode Island Report · Lylah Alphonse

November 13, 202518m 53s

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Show Notes

Rhode Island is the only state with its own official coral. Astrangia poculata, also known as Northern Star Coral, isn't like those colorful reefs down in the tropics, but it might play an important role in protecting its more vibrant cousins. 

To find out more, host Edward Fitzpatrick met with Roger Williams University Professor Koty Sharp, a champion of using Rhode Island’s official state coral for marine research. Tips and ideas? Email us at [email protected]

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Topics

The Boston GlobeAward winning podcastGlobe RIMegan HallEd FitzpatrickRhode Island newsOcean StateRhode island reportRhode IslandRoger Williams UniversityClimate changeGlobal Climate ChangeAstrangia poculataRI state coralNorthern Star CoralKoty SharpCoral bleaching