Climate of Our Future

Corals are the most biologically diverse ecosystems of the ocean. They are rivaled only by the tropical rain forests on land. There are over a thousand different species of coral that exist. Shapes of antlers, wrinkled brains, wire strands, and pillars. Many coastal region people depend on corals for their food. They provide 25 percent of the total fish catch in developing countries, providing food for one billion people in Asia alone. Unfortunately, human activities, including those associated with global warming are threatening these rainforests of the ocean. Increasing sea temperatures stress corals and cause damage, including bleaching. I also read where human gut flora has lept environments entering the Elkhorn coral population. Fragile beautiful corals need our help. Find out how you can help corals.