Loading ...No resource is more important to me than the AIMS (Australian Institute of Marine Science) database of corals. Not only do they have a huge list (over 900 species listed), but an identification summary with detailed, descriptive tidbits on their nuances. But, the database was only accessible through google searches, and that proved to be trying. While I was compiling a dedicated spreadsheet with each SPS/LPS coral known to man (using them a reference), AIMS announced that they are coming back online. Not only is that great, but they will allow all of us, who are interested in knowing properly the identities of corals, to download their entire database CD. How amazing is that?? Follow the link here to see what I mean.
Am I glad to have them back!
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Great news. It’s the best digital resource out there… but maybe the post title more aptly named “Re-Rebirth” lol? AIMS online coral search has come and gone so many times. Let’s hope it’s here to stay! Though don’t forget about Veron’s “Corals of the World”!
Yeah you are right. They have been online/offline a couple of times. This way, I think they satisfy the thirst for their database in one shot.