The Importance of Coral Restoration for Ocean Conservation
A wide variety of marine life depends on oceans that are in good health. Pollution, global warming, and overfishing all pose threats to underwater eco system across the world. Colonies of coral that die off too soon threaten marine life and the millions of jobs that depend on healthy oceans. Maintaining oceanic biodiversity Despite just making up 1% of the ocean floor, coral reefs support 25% of marine life. Fish, animals, and marine mammals abound in these environments. Damage of coral reefs disturbs the ecology and lowers the life on Earth. For marine life, coral restoration enhances these environments. For many aquatic life, healthy reefs provide food, refuge, and mating sites. We restore coral reefs in order to preserve the ocean food chain and balance of marine life. Reducing effects of climate change Coral reefs absorb CO2 to maintain temperature. Healthy corals shield coastal settlements from storms and increasing seas. But risin...