Maldives coral reefs facing multitude of threats due to climate change
Coral reefs in the Maldives are facing a multitude of threats due to climate change. Rising sea temperatures and rapid coastal development have endangered their survival, leading to a decline in marine biodiversity. Sea surface temperatures in the Indian Ocean have risen 50% faster than the global average over the past 50 years. This has resulted in coral bleaching, a phenomenon caused by rapidly warming waters. Scientists and locals in the Maldives are working together to protect and restore the vital coral reefs. Afifah Ariffin reports.
Coral reefs in the Maldives are facing a multitude of threats due to climate change. Rising sea temperatures and rapid coastal development have endangered their survival, leading to a decline in marine biodiversity. Sea surface temperatures in the Indian Ocean have risen 50% faster than the global average over the past 50 years. This has resulted in coral bleaching, a phenomenon caused by rapidly warming waters. Scientists and locals in the Maldives are working together to protect and restore the vital coral reefs. Afifah Ariffin reports.
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