Gulf Of Aqaba

Study reveals: Artificial light is keeping reef fish awake

Bar-Ilan University study finds that coastal light pollution disrupts sleep and is associated with increased markers of DNA damage in the brains of reef fish.

Security probe:

Was mystery vessel testing Israel's defenses?

Security officials believe the vessel that entered the Gulf of Eilat may have been an unmanned probe sent to test Israel's response ahead of a future attack.

Scientists reveal:

The microbial pulse of a coral reef in the Gulf of Aqaba

University of Haifa’s Dr. Derya Akkaynak calls the study 'a critical baseline' that will enable future research to better detect shifts associated with environmental stress.

Scientists: Protect Gulf of Aqaba coral reefs from pollution

New study finds coral reefs in the Gulf of Aqaba may survive global warming.