Corals are the most biodiverse ecosystems underwater: they are colorful, vibrant and full of life. But due to climate change, pollution and overfishing, reefs are disappearing rapidly. Scientists have been trying to turn that tide for decades by researching and breeding coral – in the sea and in aquariums. How does that actually work? And can they really save the reefs with this?
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- Host:
- Gemma Venhuizen
- Guests:
- Nienke Beintema and Floor Boon
- Editing and editing:
- Rose of Toledo
- Photo:
- Jonas Gratzler/Getty Images
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