Coral Reefs

Coral reefs are beautiful splashes of color lining the deep oceans of our planet. They provide a home for many animals and organisms, starting with algae. Not only that, they actually protect our homes for people who live near coastlines.

Coral reefs are what make a snorkeling trip worth seeing. They are home to over two thousand species. The sad news is that, due to global warming, coral's demise is coming soon. 20% of all coral species have already become extinct.

Corals are estimated to completely wipe out somewhere between the years 2020 to 2050.

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