Thailand’s coral reefs face grim future due to climate change

Thon Thamrongnawasawat, a veteran marine biologist with almost four decades of experience, is deeply troubled by the disturbing changes occurring in Thailand’s coral reefs He has voiced his shock and dismay at the unusual and alarming characteristics now displayed by the reefs, describing the current conditions as the most severe he has witnessed.

Thon, a professor in the Department of Marine Science at Kasetsart University, took to Facebook to share these observations. He described a time when the coral reefs teemed with vibrant life, providing shelter for a diverse array of marine creatures.

Unfortunately, the past five to six years have brought about drastic changes due to the escalating effects of global warming. Rising sea temperatures have resulted in abnormally low tides, intense sunlight, and, consequently, widespread coral bleaching.

Despite the corals’ resilience and…