Experts explained that on planet Earth there is only one living being that can be observed from space. This is the Great Barrier Reef, located in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of Queensland, Australia.
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This ecosystem, Composed of more than 2,900 individual reefs and 900 islands, it extends for approximately 2,300 km and covers an area of ​​approximately 34,400 square kilometers.
“The Great Barrier Reef is the largest reef system on Earth, with more than 3,000 separate reefs and coral cays. It is also one of the most complex natural ecosystems, with 600 types of corals and thousands of animal species, from tiny plankton to whales,” NASA explained.
This marine habitat, in addition to being visible from space, is home to thousands of species of fish, hundreds of types of coral, as well as mollusks, marine mammals, birds, and other forms of life.
What is happening on the Great Barrier Reef?
The current situation of the Great Barrier Reef is worrying. Recent reports indicate that Some deep areas that were previously isolated from heat waves could now also be affected if global warming continues.
UNESCO, which declared the Great Barrier Reef a world heritage site, has said it is in danger due to deterioration caused by the climate crisis and has urged Australia to take urgent action to address the threats of climate change.
Besides, The reef has reportedly suffered massive bleaching over two-thirds of its length, serious damage attributed to warming waters. However, there is also news of unusual coral growth in certain areas, which represents a bright spot amid the overall situation.
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Source: https://www.noticiascaracol.com/mundo/este-es-el-unico-ser-vivo-que-se-puede-ver-desde-el-espacio-so35