Environmental Studies and Forestry

Emergent increase in coral thermal tolerance reduces mass bleaching under climate change

L. Lachs, S. D. Donner, et al.

This study by Liam Lachs, Simon D. Donner, Peter J. Mumby, John C. Bythell, Adriana Humanes, Holly K. East, and James R. Guest unveils a remarkable increase in thermal tolerance among coral reefs in Palau, providing hope for coral resilience amidst climate change. The findings suggest that if this trend continues, we might see mitigated bleaching impacts, highlighting the urgent need for carbon emission reductions.