Coral is Too Precious to Wear
Think twice before buying anything made with real coral: that’s the message that SeaWeb is sending out as coral reefs decline around the world.
It can be tempting when you’re enjoying an island vacation to want to bring home some coral jewelry and other decorative items. But demand for souvenirs, along with climate change, pollution, destructive fishing methods and overfishing are threatening the remaining coral reefs.
From Traveling the Green Way:
A coalition of scientists, conservationists and fashion and jewelry designers are encouraging travelers to bring home coral-inspired souvenirs instead of real coral this year.
Their campaign is called Too Precious to Wear by SeaWeb which is working with the jewelry industry, including Tiffany & Co., coral scientists and policymakers to promote coral conservation. They’re highlighting available alternatives to consumers who love the look and feel of ocean-inspired accessories.
“Souvenir seekers who purchase actual coral products as mementos from their summer travels are unknowingly contributing to the loss of one of our ocean’s most important ecosystems,” says Dawn M. Martin, SeaWeb President.
Check out the Too Precious to Wear website for tips on how you can avoid being part of the problem, and for coral alternatives.
Link Too Precious to Wear via Traveling the Green Way
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