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Spooky darkness, bright colors, and big eyes! Discover what scientists are finding in the ocean depths known as the twilight zone.
Luiz Rocha, PhD, is an expert in deep coral reefs and advocates for their protection in areas around the globe. (Gayle Laird © 2023 California Academy of Sciences)
For his trailblazing work in deep coral reefs, Rocha joins 50 other explorers in this Rolex-backed honor.
Can deeper reefs, an area known as the Twilight Zone, provide protection for big fish?
Descend into the twilight zone, where sunlight is scarce and every dive yields surprising discoveries.