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environment1 year ago

Massive Coral Reef Found in Pacific, Visible from Space

A National Geographic expedition has discovered the world's largest coral reef off the Solomon Islands, visible from space and estimated to be 300 years old. This massive coral, three times larger than the previous record holder, highlights the rich biodiversity of the region and serves as a crucial defense against climate change impacts. Despite its remote location, the coral is still vulnerable to global warming, but its discovery offers hope for marine conservation efforts.

environment1 year ago

Scientists Uncover Massive Coral Visible from Space Near Solomon Islands

Researchers have discovered the world's largest individual coral colony in the Solomon Islands, measuring 34 meters wide and 32 meters long. This massive coral, visible from space, is a species called Pavona clavus and is estimated to be 300-500 years old. The discovery is significant as coral reefs face threats from climate change, with many experiencing bleaching due to warming oceans. This resilient coral offers hope for marine conservation and could aid in the recovery of damaged reefs. The find may also bolster conservation efforts in the Solomon Islands.

environment1 year ago

"Reviving Coral Reefs with Steel Frames"

Scientists have successfully revived a dead coral reef off the coast of Indonesia by installing specially-made steel frames into the sea floor and transplanting coral onto them, demonstrating the potential for restoring damaged reefs. While the restored reefs show similar growth and vigor to healthy reefs, they are dominated by fast-growing coral species and differ in some ways from natural reefs. This success offers hope for making reefs more resilient in the face of climate change, which threatens to devastate coral populations in the coming decades.