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Cold-water Coral Reefs


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Cold-water Coral Reefs: Out of Sight - No Longer Out of Mind

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This report presents comprehensive and up-to-date information and data on marine cold-water coral reefs from around the world. More Information

"The planet's life-support systems are the source of stability for all peoples, all nations. Cold-water coral reefs are emerging as a new piece in this vital web of life which now requires our urgent attention."
Klaus Toepfer, Executive Director, UNEP

"Cold-water coral reefs form a remarkable and truly valuable ecosystem off our coasts which our nations must work together to protect."
Minister Martin Cullen, Department of Environment, Heritage and Local Government, Ireland

Cold-water Coral Leaflets: English (PDF) |French (PDF) |Spanish version (PDF)