Does biodiversity really matter?
YES! Bio diverstiy is critically imporant because it is the foundation for a healthy ecosystem.
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What is the main cause of coral decline?
Climate Change which lead to warmer more acidic oceans.
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DO coral reefs matter to humans?
YES! Coral reef are vital to humans becuase they provide coastal protection, act as a source for food and even help support econimes through fishing and tourism.
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What are some ways to save the bio diverstiy?
Addressing climate change, such as cutting emissions and saving energy. As well as limiting stressors such as pollution and overfishing.
why is coral bleachng bad?
Has the effects of coral reefs already impacted humans?
YES! the decline of coral reefs have impacted humans by threating food security and less portection to costal areas.
How has biodiversity in coral reefs changed sense the 1950's. (correct answer should be specific; e.x 20%, 67%, etc.)
Coral reef biodiversity has signifcantly declined globally, around 50%.
Who should we blame for the decline of coral reefs?
HUMANS!!! Coral reef decline is mainly driven by climate change, which we know is mainly driven by humans.
Is the fish from Finding Nemo, Ocellaris Clownfish, experience population decline?
YES! The ocellaris clownfish is suffering due to the loss of habitat in the coral reigon.