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These studies suggest that coral bleaching is associated with viral infections, increased seawater temperatures, and microbial shifts, all of which contribute to the onset and severity of the disease.
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Coral bleaching, a phenomenon where corals lose their symbiotic algae (zooxanthellae), is a significant threat to coral reef ecosystems. Recent research has explored the role of viruses in coral bleaching, revealing complex interactions between corals, their symbionts, and viral communities.
Nucleocytoplasmic Large DNA Viruses (NCLDVs) and Coral Bleaching:
Herpes-like Viruses:
Viral Outbreaks and Environmental Stressors:
Sunscreens and Viral Infections:
Microbial Hypothesis of Coral Bleaching:
Vibrio Bacteria and Coral Bleaching:
The research indicates that viruses, particularly NCLDVs and herpes-like viruses, are closely associated with coral bleaching events. Environmental stressors such as elevated temperatures and pollutants like sunscreens exacerbate viral infections, leading to coral bleaching. The microbial hypothesis of coral bleaching highlights the complex interplay between corals, their symbionts, and microbial communities, including viruses and bacteria like Vibrio, in the bleaching process. Understanding these interactions is crucial for developing strategies to mitigate coral bleaching and preserve reef ecosystems.
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