A Global Coral Reef Review – Conservation and Management Challenges

This volume provides a comprehensive overview of coral reef systems worldwide, examining their geographic distribution, ecological characteristics, and the range of pressures affecting them across different regions. With detailed, region-by-region and island-specific coverage—particularly in the Caribbean and Pacific—it explores the environmental, social, and management contexts that shape reef condition. The work brings together current knowledge on coral reef status, threats, and conservation approaches, offering a structured and in-depth reference for understanding these complex marine ecosystems.