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There are many corals threatened with with extinction. Current estimates are that for a variety of reasons, pollution, fishing, disease, warming oceans fully one half of all corals are threated. Some examples are The Great Barrier Reef off Australia; the reefs of Hawaii in Kaneoke Bay and Waikiki Bay; reefs off Guam, the Virgin Islands, Jamaica, and Bermuda; and reefs in the Indian Ocean: all are in various stages of destruction. African states with endangered reefs in the western Indian ocean include Kenya, Tanzania, Mozambique, Mauritius and the Seychelles. Florida's barrier reef was calculated in 1986 to be dying at the rate of 4% a year. In 1991, parts of the reef were dying at the rate of 10% a year. Reefs consist of many types of coral such as Brain, Staghorn, Pillar, Black, Whip, Fan etc.
Various coral species are facing the risk of extinction due to factors such as climate change, ocean acidification, pollution, and destructive fishing practices. Some of the coral species that are particularly vulnerable include Staghorn coral, Elkhorn coral, and Pillar coral. Conservation efforts such as coral restoration and protection of marine habitats are vital to help prevent their extinction.
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Why do you think that some species of plants and animals are becoming extinct in time?
Some species are becoming extinct. It is due to various environmental factors. Deforestation, ozone depletion are some.
What might happen to coral if a lot of nutrients were introduced into the water?
Excessive nutrients in the water can lead to algal overgrowth, which can smother coral and disrupt their ability to photosynthesize. This can weaken the coral and make them more susceptible to disease. Additionally, increased nutrient levels can also lead to ocean acidification, further stressing the coral.
How does a volcano end?
A volcano can end by becoming extinct if it no longer has the ability to erupt. This can happen when the magma supply is cut off or the volcanic edifice collapses. Over time, the volcano may be eroded by natural forces, becoming dormant and eventually extinct.
What is the dying out of many types of living things at one time?
Mass extinction: many types of living things becoming extinct at the same time.
How are humans effecting the coral reef?
they effecting the coral they effecting the coral
Are snakes becoming extinct?
i think their not but some species might becoming extinct.
Is Tui becoming extinct and why?
its not becoming extinct because its species is least concerned
Why is the emu becoming extinct?
The emu is not in any danger of becoming extinct. Its status is "secure".
Are seals turtles or penguins becoming extinct?
Yes, some of each group are becoming extinct
Why are bottlenosed dolphins becoming extinct?
They are not becoming extinct, in fact, they are quite abundant.
How are pink dolphins becoming extinct?
pink dolphines are becoming extinct by the number of oil spills
Why are African eliphants becoming extinct?
African elephants are becoming extinct because people are killing them .
Are leopards becoming extinct?
Amur leopards are becoming extinct becuase people want their teeth for medicne
Why are leopards becoming extinct?
Amur leopards are becoming extinct becuase people want their teeth for medicne
What air animals are becoming extinct?
The Dodo bird is extinct.
Are man becoming extinct?
no
Are chihuahuas becoming extinct?
No,They are not.
