Floridaโs coral is 100% bleached. But tropical systems could be key to survivalThe combination of an intense marine heat wave in the area along with a developing El Niรฑo warmed the ocean, speeding up coral reef bleaching and mortality rates.
Floridaโs coral reefs are dying. Hereโs why you should careRight now, the Great Florida Reef is experiencing catastrophic conditions following a marine heat wave that has engulfed the ecosystem for months.