The Mesoamerican Reef
The mesoamerican reef is the second largest coral reef system in the world. There are many efforts to save it from a certain death due to pollution.

Coral reefs are key to the ecological balance of the Caribbean Sea. Photo: Marek Okon/Unsplash

Research is key to understanding the dangers that SAM faces, and thus creating and implementing solutions. Photo: CONANP

The exact causes of White Syndrome are still unknown, but it is believed to be poor water quality and pollution. Photo: Melinda Soto/CONANP

The tourist activity also generates dangers for the health of the corals. Photo: Melina Soto/CONANP