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Microplastic pollution threats the world's coastal lagoons
November 11, 2022

Globally, the coastal lagoons of Lagos (Nigeria), Sakumo (Ghana) and Bizerte (Tunisia) -- close to large urban centers and without waste and sewage treatment systems -- are among the most affected water ecosystems of this nature by microplastic pollution.

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Researchers and conservationists consider sediment runoff from disturbed coastal catchments to be a major threat to marine ecosystems. Credit - Andrés Felipe Suárez-Castro.
Restoring coastal forests can protect coral reefs against sediment runoff: Study
December 8, 2021

Corals have declined by 50% over the last 30 years, with losses of 70-90% expected by mid-century. This mass decline is largely attributed to human activity.

  • Read more about Restoring coastal forests can protect coral reefs against sediment runoff: Study
The shells of dead sea urchins washed up on the shore near Avarua. The rapid decline in sea urchins can cause an algal bloom in the future, says Rarotonga-based marine biologist Teina Rongo. PHOTO: Annabelle Phillips
Avake assist with MMR lagoon health project
September 3, 2021

Concerns had been raised from residents in Muri regarding cages holding sea urchins locally known as “avake” (Tripneustes gratilla) in Muri lagoon.

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