Coral reefs - endangered wilderness of tropical seas
VHS@home on 26 May, 7 to 8.30 pm
The adult education centre invites you to a picture lecture on coral reefs on Wednesday 26 May from 7 to 8.30 pm. Participation in the online event is free of charge. Anyone interested can register at www.vhs-chemnitz.dehttp://www.vhs-chemnitz.deor 0371 488 4343 by 4 p.m. on 26 May and will receive an access link by email.
Coral reefs are considered the epitome of wilderness in tropical seas. Today, they are severely threatened by pollution, the exploitation of marine resources, global warming and ocean acidification. The unique ecosystems in the Caribbean and Indo-Pacific are changing before our eyes on an unprecedented scale. The chances of international conservation efforts are dwindling. Scientists hope to at least protect remote island refuges in order to preserve relict populations for later eras. The illustrated lecture also shows the fascinating beauty of the coral reefs.
A recognised expert, curator for marine ecology at the German Oceanographic Museum in Stralsund, will explain the background to current developments and attempt to provide an outlook for the future.
The event is a co-operation between the Adult Education Centre of the District of Leipzig and the Adult Education Centre of Chemnitz.