The Red Sea
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Contents
4 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
The Red Sea is one of the most distinctive bodies of water on our planet, serving as a critical subject for marine biologists and oceanographers alike. Situated between the African and Asian continents, it is an elongated basin…
Listen in the app2The Architecture of the Coral Reef
The coral reefs of the Red Sea are among the most resilient and well-developed in the world. To understand them, we must look at the fundamental unit of the reef: the coral polyp. …
Listen in the app3A Census of Marine Biodiversity
Beyond the corals themselves, the Red Sea is home to over 1,200 species of fish, approximately ten percent of which are endemic, meaning they are found nowhere else on the planet. This high rate of endemism is due to the sea's…
Listen in the app4Closing
As you ascend from your first dive and return to the world of air and sunlight, you carry with you a new perspective on the planet. The Red Sea is not just a body of water; it is a profound reminder of the complexity and beauty…
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What is The Red Sea?
The Red Sea is a place with 4 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Type | Activity |
|---|---|
| Story sections | 4 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 27.8640, 34.2870 |
| Last updated |
