View from space of the northwest coastline of Saudi Arabia.

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November 26, 2020 - View from space of the northwest coastline of Saudi Arabia, where up to 260 coral reef species thrive. The salty, warm waters off the coast of the Arabian Peninsula create an optimal environment for coral reefs to grow, mainly in shallow lagoons where the shoreline meets the Red Sea. The water transitions from bright turquoise in the lagoons to deep blue as depth increases. Fringing reefs, which start at the shore and grow toward the sea, line the northwestern Saudi Arabian coastline. Coral reef biodiversity increases to the south, where patch and barrier reefs combine with fringing reefs to form rich ecosystems.

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Size: 6300px × 4200px
Location: Saudi Arabia
Photo credit: © Stocktrek Images / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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