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Overfishing major predators has dramatically changed the trophic structures of coral reefs. In this study the authors argue that the photosynthate, which would normally support the large predators via trophic transfers, is being used by microbes (Bacteria and Archaea) on degraded reefs. The authors state the need to understand and consider the influence of microbes on coral reefs if conservation and restoration efforts are to be successful. [Source: Coral Reefs: An Ecosystem in Transition]
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