The Tiny Reasons This Island Is Shrinking

Hoboro Island is shrinking due to bioerosion caused by crustaceans, not wind or waves. These crustaceans bore into rocks, accelerating natural erosion. Bioerosion affects entire ecosystems, with organisms like plants and microbes contributing. Examples include isopods in Malaysia and their impact on coral reefs. Bioerosion helps form beaches but is exacerbated by climate change, threatening coral balance. Human activities and invasive species also influence bioerosion, highlighting the need for conservation.

What has been observed about the height of the island since 1928?

What organisms are responsible for the bioerosion of the island?

How do bioeroders contribute to the erosion of coral reef ecosystems?

What impact does climate change have on the balance between erosion and accumulation of coral?

Why is it important to understand bioerosion in the context of conservation?