Survey shows alarming loss of coral on Great Barrier Reef
An annual survey of the Great Barrier Reef by the Australian Institute of Marine Science - or AIMS - has found the northern and southern sections of the reef suffered the largest annual decline in coral cover since reporting began 39 years ago.
Last month, UNESCO's World Heritage Committee warned it may list the Great Barrier Reef as 'in danger' next year, citing its very poor outlook. 📢 Where to Catch SBS Filipino
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