Ningaloo Reef in Western Australia has lost nearly 70 percent of its coral cover after an unprecedented marine heatwave. Mass death of key corals like Acropora has triggered a shift toward algae and sponges, exposing severe climate vulnerability and demanding urgent conservation and policy action.
Click to View MoreThe Western Ghats, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and biodiversity hotspot in India, has been flagged by the IUCN as a site of “significant concern” due to threats from climate change, tourism, hydropower projects, and invasive species. Home to over 325 globally threatened species, the Ghats face habitat loss, wildlife conflicts, and ecosystem disruptions. Urgent conservation measures, community involvement, and sustainable development are needed to protect this vital natural heritage.
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