Marine Climate Change

Marine climate change refers to the effects of global warming on oceans and other marine environments. As greenhouse gases increase, they trap more heat in the atmosphere, causing ocean temperatures to rise. This leads to melting ice caps, rising sea levels, and changes in ocean currents. Warmer waters affect marine life, disrupting ecosystems and threatening species like coral reefs, fish, and sea birds. Additionally, increased carbon dioxide is absorbed by oceans, causing acidification that harms shell-forming creatures. Overall, marine climate change can have significant impacts on biodiversity, coastal communities, and global climate patterns.