Citizen scientists have taken to 'weeding' underwater reefs to spark coral regrowth.

The act of removing seaweed has helped dramatically improve coral growth by 600 per cent.

Senior research scientist at James Cook University tole Rusty Collett on 6PR Afternoons how much seaweed has taken over the reefs.

Citizen scientists have taken to 'weeding' underwater reefs to spark coral regrowth.
The act of removing seaweed has helped dramatically improve coral growth by 600 per cent.
Senior research scientist at James Cook University tole Rusty Collett on 6PR Afternoons how much seaweed has taken over the reefs.

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