With rubble predicted to increase on coral reefs worldwide, we review the physical,
biological, and ecological dynamics of rubble beds, with a focus on how rubble generation …

Structural complexity provided by the living coral reef framework is the basis of the rich and
dynamic biodiversity in coral reefs. In many cases today, the reduction in habitat complexity …

Globally, ecosystems are being reconfigured by a range of intensifying human-induced
stressors. Coral reefs are at the forefront of this environmental transformation, and if we are …

Natural regeneration of degraded reefs relies on the recruitment of larvae to restore
populations. Intervention strategies are being developed to enhance this process through …

Non‐random community changes are becoming more frequent in many ecosystems. In coral
reefs, changes towards communities dominated by other than hard corals are increasing in …

Coral reef ecosystems are under increasing pressure from local and regional stressors and
a changing climate. Current management focuses on reducing stressors to allow for natural …

Surgeonfishes have had a long evolutionary history that has been closely linked with coral
reef ecosystems. Today they are a key component of reef fish assemblages, playing a …

Long-term demographic studies at biogeographic transition zones can elucidate how body
size mediates disturbance responses. Focusing on subtropical reefs in eastern Australia, we …

Macroalgae are an important component of coral reef ecosystems. We identified spatial
patterns, environmental drivers and long-term trends of total cover of upright fleshy and …

Quantifying the role of biophysical and anthropogenic drivers of coral reef ecosystem
processes can inform management strategies that aim to maintain or restore ecosystem …