HealthGlobal Coral Reefs Face Imminent Collapse Within 50 Years, IUCN Warns
A new global assessment by the IUCN warns that 96% of the world's shallow-water coral reefs are critically endangered and face collapse within 50 years due to climate change. Despite the severe risks, the organization suggests that resilient reefs may still survive with concerted conservation efforts.
Al Jazeera English|October 23, 2026