Coral Reefs Show Signs of Recovery in Protected Zones
Marine reserves are yielding measurable rebounds in reef health, offering a template for restoration.
New surveys reveal that strictly protected marine zones are helping coral reefs recover, defying grim global trends.
Scientists credit reduced fishing pressure, pollution controls and heat-tolerant coral restoration.
The results bolster arguments for expanding ocean protections ahead of biodiversity targets.
Researchers caution that recovery remains vulnerable to rising sea temperatures.
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