Can deeper reefs, an area known as the Twilight Zone, provide protection for big fish and other animals from threats such as pollution, overfishing and warming?

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Updated Twilight Zone: Deep Reefs Revealed exhibit now open at California Academy of Sciences

Featuring touchable coral models, interactive projections and audio, and stunning fluorescent creatures.

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Luiz Rocha stands atop a boat in the Maldives wearing a black scuba diving outfit, a rebreather and goggles, and trunks.

Luiz Rocha, PhD, is an expert in deep coral reefs and advocates for their protection in areas around the globe. (Gayle Laird © 2023 California Academy of Sciences)

California Academy of Sciences Curator Luiz Rocha Nominated to the 2024 Explorers Club 50 Class

For his trailblazing work in deep coral reefs, Rocha joins 50 other explorers in this Rolex-backed honor.

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