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Almost all shallow-water coral reefs now face extinction risk, study warns

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Briefings

A 2026 study by the World Wildlife Fund classifies 96% of assessed shallow-water coral reef systems as critically endangered, marking a severe global decline in marine biodiversity. This finding highlights an urgent conservation crisis affecting approximately 96% of known reef ecosystems.

Key points

• The World Wildlife Fund classifies 96% of assessed shallow-water coral reef systems as critically endangered.

Context

This assessment represents a significant shift in marine conservation priorities, as the majority of global reef ecosystems face imminent extinction risk.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to assessed systems only, excluding unassessed reefs. The study predates the 2026 date and does not include future projections or specific regional data.

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