Great Barrier Reef on death row?

[Frankie]

I was having trouble uploading a picture from Tim's web site of a monti so I used one of my own from way back Coral reefs around the world are facing grave challenges this century. Next to pollution, overfishing and habitat destruction, global warming and ocean acidification will be the major culprits behind future coral reef decline. A lot of controversy still surrounds the debate of climate change, its negative impacts on the planet and related human activities. Although the popular media may suggest otherwise, most scientists around the world support the view that anthropogenic activities negatively affect the planet, including its fragile ecosystems. Recently, a lecture by Dr. J.E.N. "Charlie" Veron was released by the Royal Society, which deals with coral reefs and future climate change. Dr. Veron is one of the world's foremost authorities on corals and coral reefs, and he presents us with a clear account of how the Great Barrier Reef may change this century. Rising CO2 levels will cause elevated water temperatures and ocean acidification, both of which are incompatible with coral reef health. For the complete article Written by Tim Wijgerde please follow this link: Coral Science - Great Barrier Reef on death row?

[redsea reefer]

[sneaks03]

And to think humans call other organisms mean.

[RaysReef]

So maybe complete economic collapse will be a good thing, for the planet anyhow...that's my theory.. at least slow us polluters down...