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Bringing back seabirds could protect coral reefs
Original: One way to protect coral reefs? Bring back seabirds
Restoring seabird populations is being put forward as a way to help coral reefs recover. Seabirds nesting near islands fertilise reef waters with nutrient-rich droppings, which supports fish populations and coral growth. Conservationists say removing invasive rats from islands and protecting nesting sites could rebuild these colonies and strengthen reefs already stressed by warming seas.
Why now: New attention on a nature-based solution for reef protection amid ongoing coral bleaching concerns
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