Coral Bleaching

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A vibrant, healthy coral reef ecosystem thriving with diverse marine life, juxtaposed against the starkness of bleached coral in the background.

Deep Frontiers

Scientists Discover Super Reefs Thriving Amidst Global Coral Bleaching

More than 84% of the world’s reefs have been hit by temperatures hot enough to cause bleaching, according to Nature .

Mateo Rojas·June 21, 2026

A vibrant coral reef with a stark contrast between healthy, colorful corals and a section showing severe white bleaching, illustrating the impact of heat stress.

Earth & Environment

How Scientists Predict Coral Bleaching With Degree Heating Weeks

Scientists predict coral bleaching events using Degree Heating Weeks (DHW), a metric from NOAA's Coral Reef Watch that measures accumulated ocean heat stress. This early-warning system helps conservation managers anticipate threats and implement proactive protection for vulnerable reefs.

Dr. Elena Ortiz·June 7, 2026