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96% of Coral Reefs Critically Endangered, Facing Collapse Within 50 Years
Original: 96% of coral reefs 'critically endangered,' at risk of collapse in 50 years
A stark assessment warns that 96% of the world's coral reefs are critically endangered and could collapse within the next 50 years. The finding highlights the accelerating impact of rising ocean temperatures, pollution and acidification on reef ecosystems that support a quarter of marine life and hundreds of millions of people. Conservationists are calling for urgent emissions cuts and stronger protection of reef regions such as the Great Barrier Reef.
Why now: Alarm over a new warning of near-total coral reef collapse is driving environmental concern and debate over climate action.
coral reefsGreat Barrier ReefLe Monde
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