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Record 84% of Earth’s Reefs Bleached in Most Widespread Marine Die-Off Ever Recorded

Since January 2023, the world’s coral reefs have faced an unprecedented crisis. More than 84% have suffered bleaching-level heat stress, marking the largest die-off ever recorded. This ongoing event, ... Read More

Coral reef collapse drives world across first climate tipping point

Thanks to the dire condition of the Earth's coral reefs, the planet has now reached its first tipping point for human-caused climate change, according to a new report by scientists in Europe. The ... Read More

We knew Ningaloo’s coral bleaching was severe. But what we found 6 months later was still a shock

Mounting evidence shows the state of coral reefs is worsening despite concerted local conservation. The answer is public pressure for meaningful climate action. Read More

Coral reefs become first environmental system on Earth to pass climate "tipping point," report says

Coral reefs around the globe have for years suffered publicly in warming oceans, periodically making headlines when iconic underwater landscapes lose their colors and wither during repeated mass ... Read More

Global coral bleaching has now hit 84% of ocean's reefs in biggest-ever event

Dr. Nida Zakiullah with Baylor Scott & White joined KXAN News to provide context and best practices for staying healthy ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. Read More

Coral reefs are at a tipping point after surging global temperatures

A recent surge in ocean temperatures has caused the widespread bleaching and death of warm-water corals around the world, officially triggering the first climate tipping point for one of Earth’s ... Read More

World's coral reefs crossing survival limit: Global experts

The world's tropical coral reefs have almost certainly crossed a point of no return as oceans warm beyond a level most can survive, a major scientific report announced on Monday. It is the first time ... Read More