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Coral Reefs (SiC5)
Explore the deep, colourful world of coral reefs! Coral reefs are naturally occurring structures in the sea that build up over thousands of years. Some are up to millions of years old. They occupy a fraction of the total sea floor, but are home to 25 percent of all marine species. This book examines Coral Reefs and their conservation. Reading age 11.5; 12.5 years Text Type: Report Contents:
Beauty in the Ocean
Anatomy of a Coral Reef
Coral Reefs under Threat
Crown-of-Thorns Starfish
Man-Made Threats
Coral Reef Conservation
Marine Parks and No-Take Zones
Nature-Friendly Tourism
The Great Barrier Reef
Ningaloo Reef
Reefs of Papua New Guinea
The Future of Coral Reefs
Glossary and Index
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