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‘Slumping’ South Korean corals worry divers, scientists studying climate change
Researchers say roughly half of one Beomseom coral cluster is struggling again as marine heatwaves and heavy rains disrupt the colonies’ internal pressure.
By Hyeyoon Cho JEJU, South Korea, Sept 7 (Reuters) - Ko Myeong-hyo loved the vibrant colour and thriving life of South Korea's soft corals when she first began diving off the coast of Jeju island six years ago, looking to harvest seafood for sale. "Wat...
Soft coral colonies around Jeju Island in South Korea have been dying dramatically in recent years. Heat waves and extreme weather caused by climate change are causing corals to collapse and die, threatening the entire marine ecosystem.