Watch: Scientists in Kerala discover extensive bleaching of coral reefs in Lakshadweep islands

Watch: Scientists in Kerala discover extensive bleaching of coral reefs in Lakshadweep islands
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The death of the corals can have a disastrous effect and end up in the collapse of the marine ecosystem

Published - August 20, 2024 01:49 pm IST

A two-month expedition by a team of marine scientists from Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies found startling evidence pointing to extensive bleaching of coral reefs off the Lakshadweep group of islands. Death of this vital organism will be catastrophic for the marine ecosystem as it will eventually threaten the very existence of the archipelago, reports K.S. Sudhi.

Reporting: K.S. Sudhi

Production: Yuvasree S

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