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- Mostly False. Average coral cover reached near-historical highs in 2020-21, but none of the three major regions had record cover. Despite ongoing concerns about the health of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, one controversial scientist claims the World Heritage site is in no need of saving.
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Aug 4, 2022 · Coral has recovered from storms and bleaching events to record levels across much of Australia's Great Barrier Reef, a survey has found. The reef's northern and central parts have the...
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Aug 4, 2022 · Parts of the Great Barrier Reef have recorded their highest amount of coral cover since the Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) began monitoring 36 years ago, according to a report...
Aug 3, 2022 · Key points: The northern and central sections of the reef have seen record-high coral cover. Scientists say the reef is still vulnerable to disturbances like mass bleaching. The rapid growth in coral is mostly accounted for by a particular type of coral.
Jan 25, 2022 · Mostly False. Average coral cover reached near-historical highs in 2020-21, but none of the three major regions had record cover. Despite ongoing concerns about the health of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, one controversial scientist claims the World Heritage site is in no need of saving.
Aug 4, 2022 · The northern and central Great Barrier Reef have recorded their highest amount of coral cover since the Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) began monitoring 36 years ago.
Aug 4, 2022 · In a key measure of reef health, AIMS defines hard coral cover of more than 30 per cent as high value, based on its long-term surveys of the reef.
Jul 23, 2021 · The reef - one of the world's natural wonders - is among Australia's most beloved tourist landmarks. But recent mass bleachings of coral and other problems have accelerated its deterioration....
