The ongoing global coral bleaching event, which began in 2023, has now impacted approximately 84% of the world’s coral reef ecosystems. Elevated ocean temperatures, primarily due to climate change, are causing widespread coral stress and mortality. This environmental crisis threatens marine biodiversity and the livelihoods of communities dependent on healthy reef systems.
Global Coral Bleaching Event Affects 84% of Reefs
The ongoing global coral bleaching event, which began in 2023, has now impacted approximately 84% of the world’s coral reef ecosystems. Elevated ocean temperatures, primarily due to climate change, are causing widespread coral stress and mortality. This environmental crisis threatens marine biodiversity and the livelihoods of communities dependent on healthy reef systems.
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