Coral bleaching occurring too frequently for reefs to recover, scientists say

Coral reefs are experiencing bleaching events so frequently that they no longer have time to recover before the next one strikes, with global coral cover now well below normal levels and at risk of irreversible decline, scientists said on Monday.

New research highlights the declines in living corals in reefs around the world, showing the unprecedented twin-danger of human-caused climate change and an expected record El Niño.

Marine Heatwaves Hampering Coral Reef Recovery, Study Finds  Forbes

The world’s coral reefs provide food and livelihoods for millions of people.

Coral bleaching occurring too frequently for reefs to recover, scientists say  Reuters

Rising sea temperatures mean reefs don’t have enough time to bounce back between intense heat waves, a new report warns.