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Archive for April 19th, 2023
They breed ’em tough at Ningaloo as coral warms to task
Scientists at WA’s World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef are breeding extra-tough coral capable of surviving climate change-induced mass bleaching events. April 19, 2023 Scientists are breeding extra-tough coral at Western Australia’s World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef in a bid to beat climate change-induced mass bleaching. Rising sea temperatures and devastating mass bleaching have significantly impacted coral on […]
Nullarbor rock reveals transformation from lush to dust
Researchers have discovered how long ago Australia’s Nullarbor Plain dried out, with a new approach shedding light on ancient climate. April 19, 2023 Scientists have discovered when climate change caused the Nullarbor Plain to dry out millions of years ago, shaping Australia’s diverse flora and fauna. Curtin University researchers measured iron-rich rocks that suggest the […]