The Great Barrier Reef is dying. Are meat eaters the culprits? If so, why are environmental groups ignoring it? More insightful research from Terrastendo:

It appears we may be witnessing the tragic demise of one of the world's natural wonders, the Great Barrier Reef. The process has justifiably been covered extensively by media outlets around the world, with much of the coverage focusing on coral bleaching, primarily caused by warming seas. However, has that been the main cause of coral loss?

It may surprise some to find that, until the past two years at least, the answer had been a resounding "no". This article comments on the other causes. It also asks why environmental groups who campaign vigorously against the use of fossil fuels have said nothing meaningful about those other factors.

A major contributing factor has been erosion from livestock grazing (including related tree clearing), which releases sediment and nutrients (nitrogen and phosphorous) to the GBR waters via nearby streams and rivers. The sediment inhibits coral growth and promotes the excessive development of algae, while the nutrients contribute to outbreaks of crown-of-thorns starfish, which have had a devastating impact.

~ Excerpt from Meat Eaters vs the Great Barrier Reef. Please read the full article on Terrastendo.