Global coral reef coverage declines to 25 percent due to climate change
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Global Coral Reef Monitoring Network, Manuel González Rivero, Emily Darling
Global
August 2026
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A new global report indicates that hard coral coverage has dropped to approximately 25 percent. Frequent marine heatwaves and bleaching events are preventing recovery. Experts warn that the upcoming El Niño could further devastate already stressed reef ecosystems.
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