Porites coral (IMAGE) University of Hawaii at Manoa Caption Porites lobata forms the foundation of many coral reefs in Hawaii and throughout the tropical Pacific (location: Olawalu Maui). Credit Zac Forsman Usage Restrictions Image may only be used with appropriate caption and credit information. 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.