Declines in Caribbean coral reefs pre-date damage resulting from climate change
Sunday, April 1, 2012 - 13:30
in Earth & Climate
The decline of Caribbean coral reefs has been linked to the recent effects of human-induced climate change. However, new research suggests an even earlier cause. The bad news – humans are still to blame. The good news – relatively simple policy changes regarding land use and fishing activity can hinder further coral reef decline.
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