2010 Video Archives

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January 29, 2010

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Coral Reefs, the 6th Extinction, and You

By Michael Field, Senior Marine Geologist

Five major episodes of biological extinction have occurred on Earth during geologic time -- what caused these extinctions and why are they relevant today?
Scientists are concerned that life on Earth may be facing a 6th major extinction, severely limiting the biodiversity of animals and plants -- why is this important to us?
Coral reefs, one of the most diverse and important ecosystems on the planet, are thriving in many places but are threatened in many others -- a harbinger of things to come?
If there is indeed a growing wave of extinction, what can you as an Êindividual do to help shape the future?

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