Coral Bleaching Factors

Yves Earhart

Summary

"Coral Bleaching Factors" delivers a comprehensive exploration of one of the ocean's most pressing environmental challenges, examining how rising ocean temperatures and environmental stressors threaten marine biodiversity through coral bleaching events. The book skillfully bridges the gap between complex marine biology and practical conservation, offering readers a deep dive into the symbiotic relationship between corals and zooxanthellae algae, and how this delicate balance can be disrupted by environmental changes.

 
Through a systematic progression of four major sections, the book unveils the intricate mechanics of coral bleaching, from cellular-level processes to ecosystem-wide impacts. Drawing on two decades of research and NOAA data, it presents compelling case studies from the Great Barrier Reef, Caribbean, and Indo-Pacific regions. The text effectively demonstrates how local bleaching events serve as crucial indicators of broader oceanic changes, supporting this insight with thermal mapping data and coral coverage surveys from international research stations.

 
What sets this work apart is its interdisciplinary approach, weaving together marine biology, climate science, and environmental policy to create a comprehensive understanding of coral reef ecosystems. While maintaining scientific rigor, the book remains accessible to a diverse audience, from marine biology students to environmental professionals. The final section provides practical conservation frameworks based on successful initiatives in protected marine areas, making it an invaluable resource for those actively involved in marine ecosystem preservation.

Available since: 01/11/2025.

Print length: 119 pages.

Science & Technology

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