Beneath the waters of Hong Kong’s Lamma Island, a silent super plant is at work

Seagrass, a vital marine plant found near Hong Kong's Lamma Island, is being recognized for its significant role in boosting marine biodiversity and combating climate change. Scientists highlight that this overlooked vegetation can sequester carbon 35 times faster than tropical rainforests. However, local seagrass levels have declined by 60% over the past two decades. This reduction has coincided with a significant drop in sightings of local green turtles, which rely on seagrass for food. The article points to this environmental shift occurring on a sunny July afternoon.