Global coral reefs shrink 9.5%
A global report indicates that coral reef coverage has declined by 9.5% since 1980, with repeated bleaching events caused by marine heatwaves, especially since 1998. This threatens the sustainability of the reefs and underscores that climate change is the primary driver of this decline. The report also noted that reef recovery depends on sufficient recovery periods, as coverage increased by 6% between 2017 and 2019 when conditions were favorable. It warns that time is running out to save them before they face further destruction.
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