Africa: Coral Sex Studies Seek to Delay Point of No Return

24 August 2015

Not only do coral reefs have symbolic value, their unique biodiversity also supports the livelihoods of over a billion people. But 2015 is predicted to be disastrous for corals.

Projections from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in the United States suggest that, by the end of the year, several coral ecosystems could be damaged beyond the point of no return. A combination of climate change and pollution could spell disaster even for the biggest and most resilient coral reefs, with incalculable costs for those who rely on them.

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