Massive 'Bleaching' Affects Great Barrier Reef
Scientists in Australia say high water temperatures are causing a large part of the reef to loose its color — an indicator of declining coral health.
Great Barrier Reef
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Scientists Catch Up On The Sex Life Of Coral To Help Reefs Survive
It's all in the timing. Biologists haven't been able to breed embryos of the rare, pillar coral in the lab because it's been tough to catch the creatures in the act.
As Great Barrier Reef Ails, Australia Scrambles To Save It
One Australian report estimated the reef had lost more than half its coral since 1985. The government is considering a new 35-year plan to rescue the reef, but some say it falls short.