Soft Coral Slumping Observed Off Jeju Amid High Temperatures

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Published: 2026-09-08T09:19:00Z
Category: science
Source: The Hindu
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Scientists are documenting a soft-coral slumping event near Jeju, South Korea, similar to a 2024 occurrence. Researchers warn that persistent high water temperatures and potential typhoons from El Niño, combined with reduced salinity, could worsen the situation. This highlights the ongoing impact of environmental changes on vulnerable marine ecosystems.

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