Marine biodiversity hotspots, the coral reefs, are grappling with the devastating effects of marine heatwaves, leading to mass coral bleaching and mortality. Can the natural thermal tolerance of these reefs evolve quickly enough to keep pace with rapid ocean warming? Newcastle University’s groundbreaking study has shed light on this, revealing that some coral reefs, specifically in Palau, have indeed enhanced their thermal tolerance. Palau, a distant Pacific island, is a symbol of hope against climate change’s effects on marine life. Lead author Liam Lachs stated, “Our research uncovers an ecological resilience to climate change, emphasizing the urgency of the Paris … Continue reading Coral Reefs on Remote Pacific Island are Defying Climate Change’s Wrath!