Corals in Non-Corrosive Waters (IMAGE) University of Edinburgh Caption Lophelia pertusa coral in non-corrosive waters off Southern California Bight. Live coral is on top of large amounts of dead coral framework. Credit National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.