I.U.C.N. Red List Classifies Most Shallow Coral Reefs as Critically Endangered
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Key Takeaways
The I.U.C.N. Red List classifies most shallow coral reefs as critically endangered.
Ninety-six percent of shallow coral reef ecosystems may collapse within 50 years if climate change continues apace.
Australia's Great Barrier Reef is among the reef ecosystems facing potential collapse within 50 years.
Why This Matters
If climate change continues unabated, 96 percent of shallow coral reefs, including Australia's Great Barrier Reef, are projected to collapse within 50 years.
Overview
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (I.U.C.N.) Red List has designated the majority of shallow coral reef ecosystems as critically endangered.
Findings
According to the I.U.C.N. assessment, 96 percent of shallow coral reef ecosystems could collapse within 50 years if climate change continues at its current rate. The ecosystems subject to this projected collapse include Australia’s Great Barrier Reef.
Why This Matters
Under ongoing climate change trajectories, nearly all shallow coral reef ecosystems globally face the risk of collapse over the next five decades.
Research Information
Institution
International Union for Conservation of Nature (I.U.C.N.)