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Coral reef off Benin found alive after 60 years
Original: A coral reef off Benin thought to have been dead for more than 60 years is actually alive and teeming with life! 🌊 Scien
A coral reef off the coast of Benin, long believed to have been dead for more than 60 years, is in fact alive and thriving. Scientists discovered healthy coral patches at depths exceeding 50 meters, supporting at least eight types of coral and eight fish species, with researchers suggesting more life may still be undocumented at the site.
Why now: The unexpected discovery of living coral in a reef presumed dead offers rare good news for ocean conservation.
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- A coral reef off Benin thought to have been dead for more than 60 years is actually alive and teeming with life! 🌊 Scientists found healthy-looking coral patches more than 50 meters deep, supporting at least eight types of coral and eight fish species. There may be more… · Good_News_Community@mastodon.cosmicnation.co · 8
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