The most exposed tips of purple acroporid coral starting to bleach due to repeated low-tide emersion over several days

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The most exposed tips of purple acroporid coral starting to bleach due to repeated low-tide emersion over several days, strong sunshine and strong winds. Fitzroy Island, Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, Queensland, Australia

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Location: Fitzroy Island, Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, Queensland, Australia
Photo credit: © Suzanne Long / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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