Why is the effect of human-made noise pollution on baby oysters concerning? According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, oysters are essential to reefs because they are filter ...

Coral reefs are fragile ecosystems threatened by climate change and pollution caused by human activity. Photograph by Brian J. Skerry However, in the last 20 years around half of all coral reefs ...

An alliance of nations said members would raise US$12 billion (HK$93.98 billion) to protect coral reefs from threats such as pollution and overfishing, but experts warned the funding would only be ...

Coral reef ecosystems only cover 0.2% of the ocean floor but support 25% of all marine life. Nearly one billion people globally depend on them for food and livelihoods. Reefs also provide a vital ...