A biomimetic antifouling coating is a type of coating that has been designed to mimic the natural properties of marine organisms in order to prevent the build-up of fouling organisms on surfaces under water. Some possible synonyms for this term include bio-inspired antifouling coating, marine-inspired fouling prevention, and natural-inspired marine coatings. These terms all refer to coatings that draw inspiration from the natural world in order to provide antifouling protection for underwater surfaces, such as boat hulls and other marine structures. By utilizing the principles of biomimicry, these coatings are able to provide efficient and eco-friendly solutions to the problem of fouling in marine environments.