Brisbane, Australia - January 22, 2025 New research has revealed that a free-living coral species, Cycloseris cyclolites, propels itself across the reef using pulsed inflation—a rhythmic movement similar to jellyfish. The study, led by Dr. Brett Lewis from QUT and published in PLOS One, sheds light on how these tiny mushroom corals navigate their environment, showing a strong preference for blue light as they migrate to deeper, safer waters. This discovery challenges previous assumptions about coral mobility and suggests these marine creatures are more neurologically complex than once thought. Scientists believe the findings could help predict coral survival strategies in response to climate change.