Coral reefs are in crisis! π±
Rising sea temperatures are causing coral bleaching, which could lead to the collapse of reefs around the world. π
Take action to protect coral reefs! β
Reduce your carbon footprint, support organizations that are working to protect reefs, and get involved in local efforts. π
Catastrophic coral reef bleaching in the USA, Central America and Caribbean
When the temperature of the sea water begins to exceed the average temperature by a couple of degrees, the heat stress pushes the corals to expel the symbiotic algae, from which the corals draw their colors and their nourishmen
