#hawaii coral bleaching

Citizen Scientists Use Ko‘a Card for Coral

The Pacific Island’s Ocean Observing System is looking for citizen scientists to help measure and improve coral health throughout the Hawaiian Islands.

West Hawai‘i ReefTeach Orientations Set

The Kohala Center’s Kahalu‘u Bay Education Center is holding two free ReefTeach orientations this month to educate members of the community on protecting reefs.

DLNR & NOAA Requests Help From Public Regarding Bleaching Event

Hawai‘i’s coral reefs are entering a major bleaching event within the next two months, if not sooner.

NOAA Expects ‘Extreme Bleaching Event’

Hawai‘i is only weeks away from experiencing what scientists expect will be the worst coral bleaching event in the state’s history.

NOAA Says Intense Bleaching Event Likely

Rising sea temperatures are likely to cause corals in Hawaiian waters to bleach and even die.

UH STUDY: Coral Reefs May Have ‘Thick Skins’ for Climate Change

A new study shows that the soft tissues covering coral skeletons may aid in recovering the deleterious effects of “coral bleaching.”

Global Survey Leads to Hawai‘i Coral Bleaching Recovery Plan

A committee surveyed opinions and best practices from experts around the world and analyzed peer-reviewed literature related to coral bleaching and recovery.

Researchers Assess West Hawai‘i Reefs

Coral reefs in West Hawai‘i vary in their response to climate change, and that variation can help managers develop strategies to keep these reefs alive.