Can Coral Reefs Be Saved?

Coral reefs around the world are facing mass bleaching events due to high ocean temperatures caused by anthropogenic heating. Corals bleach when they are stressed, ejecting their symbionts and often leading to their death. The severity and frequency of bleaching events are increasing, with the current global bleaching event being the fourth in history. The loss of corals has significant ecological consequences, as they provide habitat for various marine species. To save coral reefs, it is crucial to stabilize sea temperatures by reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Restoration efforts, such as planting corals, are not a long-term solution and are often destroyed by subsequent bleaching events. [Extracted from the article]