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What are coral reefs and why are they at risk?

Published: 11:00pm, 7 Oct, 2019

Charlotte Ames-Ettridge

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The biggest threats these beautiful underwater ecosystems are pollution, overfishing, coastal development, and climate change

Charlotte Ames-Ettridge |

Published: 11:00pm, 7 Oct, 2019

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