The top 10 ocean biodiversity hotspots to protect

May 26, 2020

Extensive research has suggested 10 ocean locations to be protected to support biodiversity. Image: Unsplash/Wexor Tmg

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UCSB analysis; Marineregions.org; Natural Earth.

The 10 suggested areas for protection. Image: The Pew Charitable Trusts

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Increasing temperatures cause coral bleaching. Image: CC BY-SA 2.0/ Petchrung Sukpong

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