The Great Barrier Reef is iconic because of its beauty, its diversity but most importantly, its scale. This expansive ecosystem is made up of 3000 individual reefs across an area over 2,300 kilometres (1,430 miles) long in an area roughly the size of Italy. Predicting where, when and why coral bleaching and other disturbances will be felt on the Reef is incredibly important to guide decisions about its conservation and management: https://www.barrierreef.org/news/explainers/predicting-coral-blea

The Great Barrier Reef is not just a beautiful natural wonder — it’s an irreplaceable ecosystem critical to the survival of threatened species and the ecological balance of the planet. But as this complex reef ecosystem struggles to cope with threats, it’s never been more important for each of us to act now. Together, we can make a difference for the Reef. 🦈 #actnow #uniteforthereef #tscommissioner | Great Barrier Reef Foundation