Florida Coral Diminishes More than 50 Percent

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Channel: Voice of America · 2009 · Science & Technology

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Tourism and sport fishing represent a multi-million dollar industry for the Florida Keys.  But according to experts, the coral reef there has diminished more than 50 percent, and the fish count within the reef is now at its lowest level.  VOA producer Zulima Palacio joined two scientists working to restore marine life.  Mary Motta narrates.

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