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Great Barrier Reef at risk of 'collapse', scientists warn

Great Barrier Reef at risk of 'collapse', scientists warn
Phys.org Tuesday 21 July 2026, 08:20 UTC 1 min read
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Australia's Great Barrier Reef is at very high risk of extreme and widespread bleaching and "ecosystem collapse" linked to this year's El Niño weather phenomenon, leading scientists warned Tuesday.

Australia's Great Barrier Reef is at very high risk of extreme and widespread bleaching and "ecosystem collapse" linked to this year's El Niño weather phenomenon, leading scientists warned Tuesday.
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