Destruction of Coral Reefs

A Few Facts

• he world has already lost 27% of the coral
• if we continue destroy coral reefs, in the next 30 years, 60% will be lost
• Coral reefs cover less than 1% of ocean floors

Causes of Destruction

• dynamite fishing
• coral mining
• over tourism
• over fishing

Other Causes

• pollution from industrial waste
• sewage
• oil pollution

Biggest Contributors to Destruction

• global warming
• Human population
• growth of harmful algae
• Catching of fish

Effects of Destruction

• Fish are left homeless.
• Fish have no protection fro predators.
• Populations of fish are shrinking.

Impacts of Destruction

• Fish will lose their habitats
• Coral Reefs could all die out.
• Thousands of fish could die.

The Great Barrier reef is one of the most well-cared coral reefs of the world. Still,it suffers illegal fishing, extreme weather and climate changes, declining water quality and more

Our Disappearing Coral Reefs

Stopping Coral Reef Destruction

• Recycle
• conserve water
• Participate in organizations
• Dont litter or polute

Coral Reef Reservation Associations

• CORAL
• NOAA
• NFWF

How you can make a change

• conserving water
• Plant trees
• Recylce
• Raise awarness
• Peacefully Protest

Preserving Coral Reefs Helps us

• Coral reefs fisheries provide 2.4 billion dollars
• Over 450 million people live near a Coral Reef
• Coral reefs have a value of 563 million dollars

Preserving Coral Reefs Helps us

• Coral reefs fisheries provide 2.4 billion dollars
• Over 450 million people live near a Coral Reef
• Coral reefs have a value of 563 million dollars