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Scientists Say Most Diverse Coral Site Ever Seen on Great Barrier Reef Discovered (theguardian.com)
In a space no longer than 500 metres, researchers say they recorded at least 195 different species of corals. From a report: A team of researchers says it has discovered the most diverse coral site ever recorded on the Great Barrier Reef. Great Barrier Reef Legacy, a non-profit organisation that conducts research trips on the reef, and scientist Charlie Veron, known as the godfather of coral, have identified the site on the outer reef. In a space no longer than 500 metres, the researchers say they recorded at least 195 different species of corals on a research expedition last month. The group first stumbled upon the site on a voyage last year, and returned in November to conduct studies.
"I've spent eight years working on the Great Barrier Reef in just about every nook and cranny," Veron said. "I thought there would be nothing new for me on the Great Barrier Reef." Veron returned with the group to record the corals and will write a paper on the site. He said it was located in a general area that had been affected by widespread coral bleaching and coral mortality and it would take further work to assess why this particular spot had survived so far. It also appeared to have been unaffected by cyclones and other factors such as crown of thorns that threaten coral health.
"I've spent eight years working on the Great Barrier Reef in just about every nook and cranny," Veron said. "I thought there would be nothing new for me on the Great Barrier Reef." Veron returned with the group to record the corals and will write a paper on the site. He said it was located in a general area that had been affected by widespread coral bleaching and coral mortality and it would take further work to assess why this particular spot had survived so far. It also appeared to have been unaffected by cyclones and other factors such as crown of thorns that threaten coral health.
Just because you aren't exposed to them doesn't mean these things aren't discussed. https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2018/dec/06/global-warming-extinction-report-the-great-dying
"Coral seems to have little problem re-settling as conditions change. There are coral cores that prove it, though they are little discussed for some reason?"
That's is well known, and just because YOU don't hear it discussed doesn't mean there's a conspiracy. Just because coral doesn't go extinct due to sea level changes of a meter or so a year doesn't mean we shouldn't be concerned with current circumstances.