Scientists have discovered the largest recorded coral in the southwest Pacific Ocean, measuring 34 meters wide and potentially over 300 years old. Found by Manu San Felix during a National Geographic expedition in the Solomon Islands, this colossal coral could serve as an ecological benchmark as reefs globally face threats from climate change. The discovery was highlighted at the UN climate talks in Baku, with Solomon Islands climate minister Trevor Manemahaga emphasizing the need for global awareness and protection of vital marine resources crucial for the nation’s economy.