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Discovery of the Coral Triangle: Earth's Underwater "Amazon" Connecting Six Nations

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Discovery of the Coral Triangle: Earth's Underwater

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A fascinating underwater region known as the Coral Triangle spans across six countries: Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and East Timor.
Dubbed the "Amazon of the Sea," this area is a biodiversity hotspot, home to 75% of the world's coral species and over 3,000 fish species.
Despite its biological wealth, the Coral Triangle faces significant threats from overfishing, destructive fishing practices, and climate change.
Conservation efforts, such as the Coral Triangle Initiative, aim to enhance sustainable practices and protect the marine ecosystem.
Ecologically vital, this region sustains over 120 million people and supports local economies through fisheries and eco-tourism.

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