Scientists Hunt for Climate-Resilient Reefs as Global Bleaching Crisis Accelerates

The 2023-2024 global coral bleaching event has impacted over 80% of the world's reefs, representing an unprecedented threat to marine ecosystems and the billions of people who depend on them. Researchers like Anne Cohen are using advanced autonomous tools like the Yellowfin robot to identify naturally resilient reef populations that could inform future conservation strategies. Understanding which corals can withstand extreme temperatures is critical for developing effective marine protection approaches in an increasingly warming ocean.