Intricate Paper Cut Sculptures Show Superpowers Of Threatened Corals
Corals play an integral part in marine ecosystems, as they function as hotspots for nurturing biodiversity underwater, sometimes supporting thousands of different species. Corals also act to protect coastal areas, as they can soften the impact of incoming tidal waves, which in the long run can help coastal ecosystems and human communities weather out the worst effects of climate change. Unfortunately, since 1950 we’ve lost about half of the world’s coral reefs due to a constellation of factors, including human-driven pollution, destructive fishing practices, as well as rising sea levels, increased ocean surface temperatures, ocean acidification, and changes to ocean currents and storm patterns....