A hiker and outdoorsman, Mr. Thomas as a child yearned for a world where nature ruled supreme. His map represents the “idealistic planet that I wanted,” Mr. Thomas, 34, said.

Scientists have completed the world's first detailed map of Earth's coral reefs, creating a valuable resource for monitoring and conserving an ecosystem facing the threat of destruction by human ...

Great Barrier Reef — There's a good reason marine scientist Chris Roelfsema studies coral reefs. "Twenty five percent of all marine species depends on coral reef," he said. The reefs may be near ...

Two new hotels will occupy the space that was formerly home to the Frenchman's Reef Marriott Resort and Noni Beach on St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands.

THOMAS — The second annual Coral Reef Week has been in full swing on St. Thomas, and is set to wrap up with a student art show Friday, and Reef Fest at Magens Bay on Saturday.