Encore: Rhode Island's state coral
About this episode
The episode discusses Rhode Island's state coral, Astrangia poculata, and its significance in marine research.
Our team is taking some time off for the summer, so we're bringing you an episode from 2025 about Rhode Island's state coral. Astrangia poculata, also known as Northern Star Coral, isn't like those colorful reefs down in the tropics, but it might play an important role in protecting its more vibrant cousins. To find out more, host Edward Fitzpatrick met with Roger Williams University Professor Koty Sharp, a champion of using Rhode Island’s official state coral for marine research. Tips and ideas? Email us at rinews@globe.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
People in this episode
Host: Edward Fitzpatrick
Guest: Koty Sharp
Topics covered
- marine research
- state coral
- Rhode Island
- environment
- biodiversity
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Roger Williams University
Products: Astrangia poculata
Places: Rhode Island
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