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“Absolutely huge” 400-year-old black coral stuns scientists in New Zealand
A newly discovered giant black coral in Fiordland, New Zealand, is estimated to be between 300 to 400 years old, measuring approximately 4 meters in height and 4.5 meters in width. This find highlights the need for enhanced protection of deep-sea ecosystems and underscores the importance of long-term ecological studies for understanding marine biodiversity.
