2023 Caribbean heatwave: 90% survival rate for corals bred through assisted reproduction using IVF, compared to many wild corals' demise.

A study published in PLoS ONE reveals that corals bred through assisted reproduction, specifically SECORE International's Coral Seeding approach, show greater resistance to bleaching during heatwaves. During the 2023 Caribbean heatwave, 90% of juvenile corals created via in vitro fertilization (IVF) thrived, while many wild corals perished. This research suggests that combining natural reproduction with IVF could enhance coral resilience amid rising ocean temperatures.

September 18, 2024
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