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Coral Transplant Project Threatened by 95% Elkhorn Decline

7/7/2025

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The coral transplant project is in jeopardy as Elkhorn corals have experienced a staggering 95% decline, underscoring the dire state of our reefs. With rising ocean temperatures and bleaching events on the rise, experts warn that without tackling the fundamental causes of climate change, these costly interventions may ultimately fall short.

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The coral transplant project is in jeopardy as Elkhorn corals have experienced a staggering 95% decline, underscoring the dire state of our reefs. With rising ocean temperatures and bleaching events on the rise, experts warn that without tackling the fundamental causes of climate change, these costly interventions may ultimately fall short.