Ecosystem Information - Abrolhos Archipelago
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Ecosystem Abrolhos Archipelago
Type Sea/Bay/Gulf
Salinity saltwater
Other Names Arquipélago de Abrolhos
Location
Northeast Brazil 17° S 18° S - 40° W 38° W
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100 Meters Depth
Description Abrolhos Shelf encompasses the largest and richest coral reef formation in the South Atlantic Ocean. Several studies have recorded and described the area: having the highest coral species diversity in the South Atlantic Ocean; more than 200 fish species associated with its reefs; exceptionally important for the regional economy, supporting fishing and tourism activities; the health of the Abrolhos shallow reefs is, however, being negatively affected by overishing, coral diseases and overall water quality degradation and microbialization (Ref. 126840).
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