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Blue branching staghorn coral on a Philippine reef — the type of coral most targeted by crown-of-thorns starfish during outbreaks

Crown-of-Thorns Starfish: A Growing Threat to Philippine Coral Reefs

Clarisa Strohmeyer November 7, 2026

Conservation

Crown-of-thorns starfish are among the most destructive natural threats to coral reefs in the Philippines and across the Coral Triangle. Learn what causes outbreaks, how they damage reefs, and what communities and scientists are doing to protect Philippine coral ecosystems.

Colorful coral reef in the Philippines, part of the Coral Triangle marine ecosystem

How the Filipino Diaspora Can Help Protect Philippine Coral Reefs

Clarisa Strohmeyer October 31, 2026

Philippines

Millions of Filipinos live and work around the world, connected to the Philippines by family, culture, and identity. Philippine coral reefs are among the most biodiverse and threatened marine ecosystems on Earth. Here is how the Filipino diaspora — and anyone who cares about these reefs — can help protect them from anywhere.