When is World Reef Awareness Day?

Thursday June 1st

Consumers, businesses, and organisations are encouraged to take action on the delicate ecosystem of our ocean's coral reefs on June 1st. The day brings together the general public, influencers, and opinion leaders to create effective change through education and engagement.

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Coral reefs are living communities of colonial animals made of individual polyps that excrete a bone-like skeleton. Thousands of organisms are housed in this skeleton. This skeleton is made up of large rock-like structures that are home to thousands of species.

A reef's health tells us a lot about the ocean's health. Several fish and ocean animals rely on the safety of a healthy, living reef for spawning season. In addition to safety, the reef also provides more than cover; it also supplies a thriving food chain. The reef ecosystem is a vital life support system, from plankton and algae to the largest sea creatures.