IUCN SSC Coral Specialist Group

The IUCN SSC Coral Specialist Group (CSG) brings together leading scientists, practitioners, and conservationists under the Species Survival Commission of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature. The CSG focuses on expert consensus to reach our primary objectives, which include updating the global extinction risk on the IUCN Red List, identifying conservation priorities, and developing actionable strategies to improve the status of coral reefs. By aligning the actions of diverse stakeholders worldwide, we strive to ensure the long-term survival of these vital ecosystems. 
As a Specialist Group, the CSG follows the gold standard of the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. We identify and prioritise at-risk coral species, monitor threats, and analyse conservation actions to guide our efforts effectively.

Join us in safeguarding coral reefs for future generations and the planet!