In the depths of the oceans, coral reefs stretch out as pulsating communities of corals and anastonishing varlety of marine inhabitants. The diversity of colors, movement, and bustiling activitymake these reefs a true wonder of nature.Unfortunately, this breathtaking beauty comes at a high cost. Coral reets are under acute threat.Approximately 50% of the world‘s coral reets have already been lost, and the remaining reets facean uncertain future. „Of Beauty and Loss“ invites you to delve deeper intothis Issue. Learn more about the threats facing coral reets and recognize the urgent need to takeaction to protect these vital ecosystems.Discover the hope found in the solutions proposed by sclentists and conservationists. From thedevelopment of coral clones to the establishment of marine protected areas and sustainablefishing practices, there are measures that can be taken to preserve the reets and support their regeneration.