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Preserve

Although coral reefs comprise less than 1% of the ocean floor, they are some of the most biologically rich and economically valuable ecosystems on Earth. Home to one-quarter of the world’s marine life, coral reefs generate $375 billion in goods and services each year and are critically important to mankind for food, income, protection and the new medicines they provide.

Yet the future for coral reefs is far from assured.

Irresponsible marine practices, rising sea temperatures, higher sea levels and increased ocean acidity caused by greenhouse gas emissions, have placed unprecedented amounts of stress on these fragile ecosystems.

But there is still hope. Scientists have discovered that the ocean and coral reefs can be remarkably resilient if these stresses are removed. We can make a difference, but we need to do so before it’s too late.

Before sufficient resources are devoted to their preservation and sustainable practices are employed to end their destruction, the public must first be made aware – not just of the value these ecosystems hold, but of the catastrophic threats they face.

Champions must be created. Men and women willing to fight, with their words and through their actions to preserve this invaluable resource.