3.7.4 Grading Statement - Coastal ecosystems that support the Great Barrier Reef

Grading statements — Coastal ecosystems that support the Great Barrier Reef

Status
Very good
Very good

All major habitats are essentially structurally and functionally intact and able to support all dependent species.

Good
Good

There is some habitat loss, degradation or alteration in some small areas, leading to minimal degradation but no persistent, substantial effects on populations of dependent species.

Poor
Poor

Habitat loss, degradation or alteration has occurred in a number of areas leading to persistent substantial effects on populations of some dependent species.

Very poor
Very poor

There is widespread habitat loss, degradation or alteration leading to persistent, substantial effects on many populations of dependent species.

or

Borderline

Borderline Indicates where a component or criterion is considered close to satisfying the adjacent grading statement.

Trend
Improved
Stable
Deteriorated
No consistent trend

Confidence

Confidence

Adequate high-quality evidence and high level of consensus
 

Limited evidence or limited consensus

Inferred, very limited evidence
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The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority acknowledges the continuing sea country management and custodianship of the Great Barrier Reef by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Traditional Owners whose rich cultures, heritage values, enduring connections and shared efforts protect the Reef for future generations.