The Dying Ecosystem
Coral reefs, the vibrant "rainforests of the sea," face a dire future. They are succumbing rapidly to climate change, ocean acidification, pollution, and harmful fishing practices, which cause widespread coral bleaching and subsequent weakening of these vital ecosystems. As reefs deteriorate, the immense biodiversity they support vanishes, jeopardizing marine life and the human communities dependent on them for food, protection, and economic income.