Good comment...Dr. Gregory here, Reef Institutes aquatic veterinarian. The estimate is tragic but represents natural populations in the wild. Currently, with help from the aquarist hobby, most reef building species are under human care. There are a number of efforts to create genetic databases and we feel that soon it will include responsible hobbyists. This will ensure the perseverance of not just species, but genetic diversity within species if organized well. The reefs of the future may be artificial scaffolding covered in genetically resilient corals resistant to anticipated and unanticipated challenges. Humans are clever and as we fully realize the ecologic and economic value of corals, the politics and money to protect them follow promptly...this is happening right now."Unfortunately, it is estimated globally, that by the year 2050, 90% or more of the world’s coral will be gone." - does this remain true if your work continues?
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