Do not deploy the anchor directly above the coral.
Use navigational charts to locate coral reefs in case boats run aground and
destroy them.
Do not dispose of trash,washings, or other debris on or near the coral reefs.
Don't touch corals when diving or snorkeling. Coral is made of a hard
skeleton,but coral polyps are fragile.You may damage the fragile coral polyps
in the process.
Anglers should avoid shallow coral reefs when trolling. Hooks can injure and
scar the coral,leaving it vulnerable to infection by microscopic organisms
that can kill the coral.
When harvesting for lobsters, refrain from touching coral reefs and never use
chemicals near a reef. Heavy traps break coral and damage the surrounding
habitat when the traps are pulled.
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