Is Coral a Plant or Animal? With Coral Ecologist Dr. Robert Carter - Lesson 101
Is Coral a Plant or Animal? With Coral Ecologist Dr. Robert Carter - Lesson 101  
Podcast: Nat Theo Nature Lessons Rooted in the Bible
Published On: Tue Nov 11 2025
Description: Is coral a plant or animal? Discover the incredible ways God designed coral to build itself and create entire underwater communities. Joining us is coral ecologist Dr. Robert Carter who works with Creation Ministries International. Let’s dive in and learn about these amazing mystery creatures!Here’s our trail map:What Is a Coral?How is a Coral Different From a Coral Reef?How Does a Coral Build Its Own Home?What Important Work Did God Give Corals to Do?What Do Coral Reefs Teach Us About Hospitality?Eryn's Books:The Nature of Rest: What the Bible and Creation Teach Us About Sabbath Living: https://www.amazon.com/Nature-Rest-Creation-Sabbath-Living/dp/0825448891Rooted in Wonder: Nurturing Your Family's Faith Through God's Creation: https://www.amazon.com/Rooted-Wonder-Nurturing-Familys-Creation/dp/0825447615936 Pennies: Discovering the Joy of Intentional Parenting: https://www.amazon.com/936-Pennies-Discovering-Intentional-Parenting/dp/0764219782Episode Links:Creation Ministries International: https://creation.comApologia’s Swimming Creatures of the Fifth Day course: https://www.apologia.com/shop/zoology-2-course-setExplore Apologia’s award-winning courses and classes: https://www.apologia.com/Try CTCMath for free for one week: https://ctcmath.com/Nat Theo Club Bonus Video: https://erynlynum.com/club-videosGet full lesson guides in  the Nat Theo Club: https://erynlynum.com/clubFree Coral Coloring Sheet: https://erynlynum.com/coral-reef-facts/Ask your nature question: https://erynlynum.com/askScriptures Referenced in This Episode:“When God’s people are in need, be ready to help them. Always be eager to practice hospitality.” Romans 12:13 (NLT)“When you do things, do not let selfishness or pride be your guide. Instead, be humble and give more honor to others than to yourselves. Do not be interested only in your own life, but be interested in the lives of others.” Philippians 2:3-4 (NCV)This podcast episode contains paid advertisements.