Coral Triangle

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== Coral Triangle ==

The Coral Triangle is a marine area located in the western Pacific Ocean. It includes the waters of Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Papua New Guinea, Timor-Leste, and the Solomon Islands. This region is recognized for its extraordinary marine biodiversity and is often referred to as the "Amazon of the seas."

Geography

The Coral Triangle covers approximately 6 million square kilometers. It is bounded by the Indian Ocean to the west and the Pacific Ocean to the east. The region encompasses a variety of marine habitats, including coral reefs, mangroves, seagrass beds, and deep-sea environments.

Biodiversity

The Coral Triangle is home to 76% of the world's coral species and more than 2,000 species of reef fish. It also supports six of the world's seven species of marine turtles, as well as numerous species of sharks, rays, and marine mammals. The region's biodiversity is crucial for the livelihoods of over 120 million people who depend on its resources for food, income, and coastal protection.

Conservation

Conservation efforts in the Coral Triangle are critical due to threats such as overfishing, climate change, and pollution. Various international and local organizations are working to protect and sustainably manage the region's marine resources. The Coral Triangle Initiative on Coral Reefs, Fisheries, and Food Security (CTI-CFF) is a multilateral partnership aimed at addressing these challenges.

Related Pages

• Coral reef
• Marine biodiversity
• Overfishing
• Climate change
• Pollution
• Marine conservation