Recent Advances in Understanding the Effects of Climate Change on Coral Reefs

Recent Advances in Understanding the Effects of Climate Change on Coral Reefs

Climate change is one of the greatest threats to the persistence of coral reefs. Sustained and ongoing increases in ocean temperatures and acidification are altering the structure and function of reefs globally. Here, we summarise recent advances in our understanding of the effects of climate change...

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Main Authors: Andrew S. Hoey, Emily Howells, Jacob L. Johansen, Jean-Paul A. Hobbs, Vanessa Messmer, Dominique M. McCowan, Shaun K. Wilson, Morgan S. Pratchett
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2016-05-01
Series:Diversity
Subjects:
adaptation
acclimatization
thermal bleaching
ocean acidification
novel ecosystem
distorted food webs
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1424-2818/8/2/12

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http://www.mdpi.com/1424-2818/8/2/12

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