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What is the news on the state of coral reefs?

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Coral reefs are experiencing an almost irreversible die-off due to accelerated global warming, with 80-84% of reefs near the equator already bleached. Scientists warn the thermal tipping point has been crossed, making recovery unlikely and putting entire marine ecosystems at risk.

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Coral reef bleaching at tipping point due to global warming

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  • Researchers warn that coral reefs are nearing an irreversible die-off due to global warming. 5s
  • Global temperatures have risen 1.3 to 1.4 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels. 34s
  • 80% of equatorial coral reefs have bleached, increasing vulnerability to disease and death. 1m 4s
  • The critical temperature tipping point for corals is likely below 1.5 degrees Celsius. 1m 23s
  • Coral reefs are vital for marine biodiversity and support food and livelihoods in coastal communities. 2m 39s
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Coral reef bleaching at tipping point due to global warming
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Reuters
3 hours ago
Coral reef bleaching at tipping point due to global warming

Researchers warn that the world's coral reefs are in an almost irreversible die-off sooner than expected.

Coral reef bleaching at tipping point due to global warming
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Reuters
3 hours ago
Coral reef bleaching at tipping point due to global warming

Scientists say the extra heat has caused 80% of coral reefs close to the equator to bleach, making them vulnerable to disease and death.

Coral reef bleaching at tipping point due to global warming
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Reuters
3 hours ago
Coral reef bleaching at tipping point due to global warming

Reef ecosystems play a vital role supporting marine biodiversity and the livelihoods of coastal communities.

Scientists warn Barrier Reef might be 'past saving'
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10 News First
8 hours ago
Scientists warn Barrier Reef might be 'past saving'

160 scientists from 23 countries report that mass bleaching is now almost impossible to reverse.

Scientists warn Barrier Reef might be 'past saving'
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10 News First
8 hours ago
Scientists warn Barrier Reef might be 'past saving'

The thermal tipping point of 1.2 degrees above pre-industrial levels has been met, with 84% of the world's reefs bleached.

Scientists warn Barrier Reef might be 'past saving'
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10 News First
8 hours ago
Scientists warn Barrier Reef might be 'past saving'

Coral bleaching happens when heat stress causes coral to eject algae that protect it from disease, putting entire ecosystems at risk of collapse.

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