Coral reefs are important habitats for coastal peoples in addition to being home to a variety of aquatic species. Coral reef reefs provide jobs and food to at least 400 million people, and they are also the first line of protection for coastal areas against powerful tropical storms. Furthermore, in many places, high-value tourism depends on stable, intact coral reefs to draw tourists to far-flung corners of the globe. Coral reefs are particularly useful to local populations because of these and other resources. Coral reefs, unfortunately, pose several threats to their long-term existence. Coral reefs in the area are being threatened by destructive fishing activities, deforestation, and invasive species. Coral reefs are among the world's most complex habitats. Coral polyps, the species responsible for coral formation, come in a variety of shapes and sizes, including massive reef-building colonies, graceful floating fans, and even slim, solitary specimens. Thousands of coral species have been found,