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  2. The world's coral reefs are bleaching. What does that mean? - AOL

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    Coral reefs cover less than one percent of the ocean floor, but have out-sized benefits for marine ecosystems and economies. A quarter of marine life will depend on reefs for shelter, finding food ...

  3. As coral reefs face unprecedented heat, scientists experiment ...

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    Scientists have warned about corals’ fate for years. In 2018, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change estimated that 70% to 90% were at risk of “long-term degradation” if global ...

  4. In a battle for survival, coral reefs get a second chance ...

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    Crossbreeding and cryopreservation. In the wild, Atlantic pillar corals suffered a 97% decline in Florida between 2015-2024, primarily from the stony coral disease.Only an estimated 24 living ...

  5. Reef Check - Wikipedia

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    Reef Check is an international non-governmental organization dedicated to the conservation of two reef ecosystems: tropical coral reefs and Californian rocky reefs. The Foundation is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, United States, but uses data from volunteer scuba diver teams in over 80 countries, ranging from Australia, Japan, to even Germany.

  6. Ocean acidification in the Great Barrier Reef - Wikipedia

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    Ocean acidification threatens the Great Barrier Reef by reducing the viability and strength of coral reefs. The Great Barrier Reef, considered one of the seven natural wonders of the world and a biodiversity hotspot, is located in Australia. Similar to other coral reefs, it is experiencing degradation due to ocean acidification.

  7. Coral Reef Conservation Program - Wikipedia

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    Coral Reef Conservation Program (CRCP) is a partnership between National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) agencies, established in 2000. The program is a multidisciplinary approach, initiated by the NOAA, to managing and understanding coral reef ecosystems through research and the publication of data to support relevant partners involved in coral reef restoration.

  8. World's largest coral found 'hiding in plain sight' near ...

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    The Solomon Islands have the world’s second-highest coral diversity, with more than 490 species of hard and soft corals.The world is currently experiencing a fourth global coral bleaching event ...

  9. Environmental issues with coral reefs - Wikipedia

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    The Caribbean's coral reefs will cease to exist in 20 years if a conservation effort is not made. [126] In 2005, 34 percent of Jamaica's coral reefs were bleached due to rising sea temperatures. [127] Jamaica's coral reefs are also threatened by overfishing, pollution, natural disasters, and reef mining. [128]