Did you know coral reefs pump more than $3.4 billion into the U.S. economy each year? And that’s a conservative estimate! Healthy coral reef ecosystems do everything from supporting millions of jobs to protecting lives and coastal infrastructure. Despite all they do for us, our coral reef ecosystems are threatened. Climate change, pollution from the land, and harmful fishing practices top the list of threats. Fortunately, it’s not too late to protect these resources. Watch our fast-draw video to learn more.
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Fossil Fuels Blamed for ‘Colossal Tragedy’
The world is not doing enough to protect coral reefs, the United Nations’ special envoy for the ocean said last week, i...
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A Healthy Coral Reef Is a Symphony
The Great Barrier Reef is the world’s largest collection of coral reefs, a natural wonder stretching over 1,400 miles o...
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How Travelers Can Restore Maldives Coral Reefs.
The coral fragment from the seafloor off the coast of the resort Siyam World Maldives in the Noonu Atoll had a stark co...
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New mass bleaching on Great Barrier Reef
Above-average temperatures for weeks have had a devastating impact on the Great Barrier Reef, as scientists confirmed a...
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New method revives coral reefs in 4 years
A recent study sheds light on the promising prospects of coral reef restoration efforts, indicating a swift turnaround ...
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Redefining Humanity's Relationship with the Ocean
In the face of increasing anthropogenic threats to ecosystems and livelihoods, such as marine pollution, climate change...
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Great whites are peacefully coexisting with Californians. Why?
Standing on a balcony lit by San Diego sun, wildlife videographer Scott Fairchild thumbs the throttle of his drone cont...
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Atlantic Ocean circulation nearing ‘devastating’ tipping point.
The circulation of the Atlantic Ocean is heading towards a tipping point that is “bad news for the climate system and h...
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