: a long line of coral that lies in warm, shallow water
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The park protects an impressive coral reef with over 600 species of native fish, plus a Maritime Heritage Trail with several eye-popping shipwrecks for divers and snorkelers to explore.—Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2026 The near-zero wake – the wave trail left behind by regular boats – is a genuine bonus for coral reefs and shoreline ecosystems that conventional ferry traffic tends to damage over time.—Omar Kardoudi
april 09, New Atlas, 9 Apr. 2026 The resort also supports the South Caicos Heritage Foundation, which protects surrounding coral reefs and often spearheads community clean-up initiatives.—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Apr. 2026 It is known for its white sandy beaches, rocky cliffs and dense tropical vegetation, surrounded by water and coral reefs.—Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 7 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for coral reef