Close-up of bleached coral next to healthy coral underwater

Direct Contact with Healthy Corals Accelerates Recovery of Bleached Corals

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Scientists discovered that placing bleached corals in direct contact with healthy corals of the same genetic makeup led to a rapid recovery. This finding suggests a promising method for coral restoration efforts. The recovery speed was described as "incredible" by researchers.

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