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Scientists Discover One of Great Barrier Reef’s Worst Coral Bleaching Events

A recent analysis using high-resolution drone imagery has revealed that at least 97% of corals on a reef at in the 's north have died during a severe coral bleaching event. This event is considered one of the worst to ever affect the world's largest reef system. Scientists from various institutions conducted the study to track the bleaching and subsequent death of the corals. The findings highlight the devastating impact of coral bleaching on the ecosystem.

What percentage of corals died at a reef in the Great Barrier Reef's north during a recent bleaching event?

At least 97% of corals on a reef at Lizard Island died during the recent bleaching event.

How did scientists track the bleaching and death of corals on the reef at Lizard Island?

Scientists used high-resolution drone imagery to track the bleaching and death of corals on the reef at Lizard Island.

What is considered one of the worst coral bleaching events the Great Barrier Reef has ever seen?

The recent bleaching event at Lizard Island is considered one of the worst coral bleaching events the Great Barrier Reef has ever seen.