All James Cook University articles
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NewsDrones reveal extreme coral mortality after bleaching
New research has revealed alarming coral mortality rates of 92 per cent after last year’s bleaching event at Lizard Island on Queensland’s Great Barrier Reef, marking one of the highest coral mortality rates ever documented globally.
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NewsTransplanting healthy reef ecosystems to damaged reefs improves coral health
A pioneering study has revealed significant improvements in coral health through an innovative approach of transplanting healthy reef ecosystems to damaged reefs. The study offers new hope for coral reef restoration and the fight against widespread coral decline.
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NewsScientists develop new coral disease forecasting system
Research has led to a new tool for forecasting coral disease that could help conservationists step in at the right times with key interventions. It can help end users detect early changes in the environment and better protect coral reef ecosystems.