Will Ocean Colonization Harm Marine Biodiversity?

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The discussion centers on the potential for ocean colonization, with mixed opinions on its feasibility and implications. Some participants believe that ocean colonization is already underway, citing examples like Dubai's Palm Island. However, there is significant concern regarding the environmental impact of such projects, as human activities have historically caused damage to marine ecosystems. The long-term effects on biodiversity remain uncertain, with some expressing skepticism about the potential for increased marine diversity, especially given the ongoing decline of coral reefs in areas like Dubai. The fragility of marine environments is emphasized, highlighting the need for caution in any future ocean colonization efforts.
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Will we ever colonize the oceans?
 
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I certainly hope not. We do enough damage as it is now.
 
Richard87 said:
Will we ever colonize the oceans?

We will.
 
matthyaouw said:
yeah http://www.semp.us/publications/biot_reader.php?BiotID=319

Yep and we have already done this. I.e. Dubai palm island or whatever it's called there are a few more of them now I think too not sure.

As Evo said though we probably shouldn't considering how much damage we do to the enviorments we live around but it's not exactly like we can stop them :-p. It'll take a while for us to be able to see what effects this will have on the biodiversity of the surrounding areas. They have however been sinking wrecks which do help promote diversity and help reef expansion but we will have to wait and see what effect the construction and everything else that comes with the island living will do to the area.

I personally have my doubts that the diversity will increase, coral areas around dubai have been in a continuous decline. The marine reef systems are extremely fragile enviroments. I was going to set-up a saltwater aquarium but decided not to for now after learning about all the effort required :-p.
 
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