Can Bonaire’s Reefs Resist A Warming World?
The Bonaire Insider has, in recent years, run stories about the warming temperatures in the Caribbean region and how they can affect Bonaire’s reefs. Recently, we came across an article which puts it succinctly: Bonaire’s reef CAN recover, but help is needed now.
An interesting article by Richard Harris, entitled, “Can Corals Survive in a Warming World?” is available on line at NPR News by clicking here. The article points out the difference in a reef’s resilience between that of one without much human stress (with a location far away from humans), compared to one which must exist in close proximity to humans, such as the reef in front of populated resort areas.
It’s not just added stress from divers, although there certainly is an impact from diving activities, but the article points out that it’s the human activities on shore which can ultimately effect the nearby reef.
We recommend anyone interested in reef ecology and preservation to click on the link above to view the story. Or listen to the eight-minute podcast available at the same location.
View other recent stories on the Bonaire Insider regarding this issue by clicking here or here. (Source: NPR News)
