👉 Cays is a term used in marine biology to describe a type of coral that grows on or near the surface of water. Cays are characterized by their large, dense colonies of corals with a strong, distinctive structure called a "cay" (or "head") that is typically found at the center of each individual coral. These cays are often associated with deep-sea environments and are known for their unique ecosystem services such as providing food sources for marine life, acting as a habitat
