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The world agreed to protect 30% of the ocean by 2030—but marine protection can't be judged by area alone

The ocean is home to some of the richest biodiversity on Earth. From coral reefs and mangrove forests to the deep sea, marine ecosystems sustain countless species, support coastal communities, regulate the climate and underpin global food security.

The world agreed to protect 30% of the ocean by 2030—but marine protection can't be judged by area alone
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The ocean is home to some of the richest biodiversity on Earth. From coral reefs and mangrove forests to the deep sea, marine ecosystems sustain countless species, support coastal communities, regulate the climate and underpin global food security.

Originally published at Phys.org

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