Coral reefs rich in biodiversity have been discovered in Sri Lanka

Off the coast of Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka, a new coral ridge has been discovered connecting the already known Yakampita and Gingiriripita reefs. The Blue Resources Trust has actually identified an underground formation that, at least for now, is the most accurate representation of Colombo’s coastal ecosystem, an area that covers about 130 hectares. As experts emphasize, the underground has a fundamental function for the local fauna, acting as a natural refuge for animals and conserving biodiversity. The discovery occurred off the coast…

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