For my project I wanted to focus on the problem of Coral Reefs dying off. During my Sustaining Natures class this semester we watched a documentary about how coral reefs are dying and the impacts it is having/will have on the world. The documentary was really emotional and moving. I showed it to my parents/friends because of how important the problem is. It also inspired me to go abroad to Australia next semester so I can see the Great Barrier Reef for myself before it potentially dies off. 25% of all marine life depends on reefs, while millions of people use it as a source of food. Reefs also protect costs from storms and floods. Reefs are considered the rainforests of the ocean because of their biodiversity and impact on the global climate. Raising water temperatures causes coral bleaching and eventual death. They are then covered by algae, which harms the local fish life.
- Great Barrier Reef, Australia
- Coral
- Biodiversity/fish
- Scuba diving/snorkeling
- Water/ocean
- Alage
- Colors
- Bleaching
- Tourism
