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Underwater Rainforests: The Fragile Majesty of Coral Reef Ecosystems

Coral reefs are the most biodiverse ecosystems on Earth, hosting 25% of all marine species on less than 1% of the ocean floor, yet mass bleaching and ocean acidification are destroying them at unprecedented rates. The Great Barrier Reef has lost over 50% of coral cover in recent years. This blog explores the science of coral biology, the extraordinary species diversity, the mounting threats from climate change, and the innovative restoration efforts that may buy time for these underwater cities to survive.