Almost every single coral in a coral reef nursery in the Florida Keys has died as NOAA raises its coral bleaching warning system to the highest level possible for the area.

Coral reefs play a vital role in the overall health of the planet. And off the coast of Florida, they’re in jeopardy, as the relentless heat continues.

  • curious_illusions@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    I’m really happy I had the chance to go snorkel in the coral reefs on my life. Sad to know they will probably be gone before I die.