How long do coral reefs exist?

Answer 1

Coral Reefs can be old upto a million years. Coral Reefs takes a long time to form so after its formed the Coral Reefs stand strong for a long time. Unfortunately due to people who break Coral Reefs they dont last for a pretty long time as it naturally should last.

Answer 2

The world's oldest coral reef is in Isle LaMotte, Vermont, USA. The coral reef is believed to be 450 million years old.

Answer 3

The oldest coral reef is about 450 million years of age. Located in lake Champlain. this is about as old as your mom

Answer 4

Coral reefs have been around since the dawn of man as far as scientists can tell. The reefs of today are formed from secretions made by corals called calcium carbonate.

Answer 5

It could last forever if people take care of the water systems.

Answer 6

ten thousand years to form, and an atoll can take up to 30 million years.