Description

Overview:

The coral reefs of the South Pacific island nation of Vanuatu are the backbone of the island's environmental and economic health. Today they face destruction from a silent predator that can rapidly decimate an entire reef. In this video, students learn about how a starfish is destroying the coral reefs of Vanuatu and how the islanders are adapting.

Subject:

Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Biology, Ecology, Physical Science, Economics

Level:

Middle School, High School, Community College / Lower Division

Material Type:

Diagram/Illustration, Reading

Author:

LearningMedia, Public Broadcasting Service

Provider:

CLEAN: Climate Literacy and Energy Awareness Network

Provider Set:

CLEAN: Climate Literacy and Energy Awareness Network

Date Added:

08/01/2022