Superhero corals

Area n° 13 on the "Mankind and Shores" tour

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Do you know what coral is?

Is coral an animal? A plant? Or a mineral? Come and learn all about this superhero of the oceans, with its unique powers!

A wide variety of coral species are on display at Nausicaá, live from the Mankind and Shores forum: come and have a closer look, admire their beauty and learn all about them.

Come and join us to unmask this superhero, the treasure of the oceans.

Included with your ticket

The "Superhero corals" activity is included with your ticket. Just turn up at area n° 13 on the "Mankind and Shores" tour at the time indicated in the schedule of activities.

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The corals of Nausicaá

Orange cup coral Tubastraea coccinea

Orange cup coral

Red coral Corallium rubrum

Red coral

Acropora corals

Acropora corals

Euphyllia corals

Euphyllia corals

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