Published by Ocean Conservancy Plastic bags have become the poster child of the ocean plastic crisis. The promotional poster for the 2016 documentary A Plastic Ocean featured a beluga whale swimming with a plastic bag. When National Geographic launched its “Planet or Plastic” series in 2018 it was a plastic bag that donned the front cover […]
Published by Ocean Conservancy The federal government shutdown is now the longest in history and shows no signs of drawing to a close. Of NOAA’s 11,000 employees, more than half are currently furloughed. None are currently being paid. NOAA’s important work has ground to a near-halt. As the shutdown wears on, each day brings new and […]
Published by Ocean Conservancy The Coast Guard has launched a new study of vessel traffic in the Chukchi and Beaufort seas off the northwest and north coast of Alaska. The study, which was announced late last month, will assess current and predicted vessel traffic in the region and—if warranted—recommend measures to improve safety and environmental protection. […]
Published by the Environmental News Service KINSHASA, Democratic Republic of Congo, January 22, 2019 (ENS) – Being a conservation ranger is one of the most difficult and dangerous jobs on Earth. Rangers risk their lives every day in the ongoing conflict with gangs of poachers over some of the rarest and most endangered animals. Read […]
Published by Ocean Conservancy It’s officially awards season! And with the release of Oscar nominations just this morning, I couldn’t help but notice some of my favorite ocean species didn’t make the cut—so I came up with my own nominations. Regardless of the other snubs and surprises, I think we can all agree—these ocean critters are […]
Published by Ocean Conservancy This article first appeared in The Seattle Times on August 9, 2017. Crystal Dingler is the mayor of Ocean Shores, WA and Mike Cassinelli is the former mayor of Ilwaco, WA. Summer is the busy season here on the Washington coast, when we see our biggest influx of visitors eager to experience […]
Published by Ocean Conservancy Ornithophobia—fear of birds. I think we can all agree that, at times, birds can be extremely terrifying. Or at least I do. And not only because I took a course on Alfred Hitchcock films in college and was forced to create a presentation on The Birds. With their sharp beaks, pencil legs, […]
Published by Ocean Conservancy “How are the beaches?” This is a question we’ve heard hundreds of times this fall and going into this winter, from tourists and other folks who migrate to Florida by the millions when things turn icy and cold up north. Winter travelers come to Florida to soak up the sun and spend […]
Published by the World Wildlife Fund Photography can provide a fascinating glimpse into parts of the world that we may never have the chance to visit ourselves. It’s a powerful tool for showing the beauty and value of wildlife and wild places—and challenges us to protect them. Take a look at just a few of WWF’s […]
Published by Ocean Conservancy Pantone’s Color of the Year—Living Coral—echoes Ocean Conservancy’s hope and optimism for the ocean in 2019. “But wait,” you might be thinking, “I thought coral reefs are in trouble!” You’d be right, of course, because coral reefs are in danger. What might be new to you is that there are ambitious solutions […]
Published by Sea Shepherd Conservation Society Sea Shepherd Ship M/V Farley Mowat surrounded by over 35 poaching vessels and boarded in broad daylight. San Felipe, BCN, Mexico – January 9th, 2019 – Sea Shepherd Vessel M/V Farley Mowat was conducting maritime patrols inside the Vaquita Refuge in the Upper Gulf of California, and had recovered three […]
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP’s) recently published a flawed technical report, “Food Additives and Child Health,” that has created unwarranted concern about perfluoroalkyl chemicals (PFCs) in food packaging.[1] It is important to set the record straight and address some of the problems with the report. Before detailing specific concerns about the Report, however, it […]
Published by the World Wildlife Fund Coral reefs are as vulnerable as they are beautiful; climate change is warming ocean waters and devastating reefs globally. A majority of the world’s coral reefs could experience severe bleaching and death by the end of this century, according to a report on the impacts of climate change. Bleaching occurs […]
Published by the World Wildlife Fund Coral reefs are as vulnerable as they are beautiful; climate change is warming ocean waters and devastating reefs globally. A majority of the world’s coral reefs could experience severe bleaching and death by the end of this century, according to a report on the impacts of climate change. Bleaching occurs […]
Published by Ocean Conservancy Ocean friends, a new year is upon us and that means new book recommendations for 2019…and boy, are there some phenomenal pieces on the list this year. Grab a warm mug of your favorite beverage, get comfy and ready yourself to make the only difficult choice that this list requires you to […]
Published by Ocean Conservancy Sea stars are possibly one of the most recognizable and iconic of all marine wildlife species, and a coastal classic when it comes to shoreline visits. Yet, there’s so much more than meets the eye when it comes to these seemingly simple creatures. From thousands of hidden feet to the ability to […]
Published by Ocean Conservancy Many of you likely agree that 2018 was a tough year. Even with its many ups and downs, I’m hopeful that you all had a restful holiday season and begin this New Year with a renewed sense of hope and infinite possibilities for yourselves, your families and friends and, of course, our […]
Published by Ocean Conservancy Galveston Beach, where the International Coastal Cleanup first began in 1986, is a 45-minute drive from my house. It’s not your typical vacation destination with crystal-clear water and sugar-white sand. Actually, the water here is distinctly brown, and the sand is, too. As a longtime resident of the Gulf, you learn to […]
Published by Ocean Conservancy It’s one wild ocean out there when it comes to fishes and their flashy fins, humorous habits and serious camouflage capabilities. Take even the most unsuspecting fish and we bet you’ll find something fun and unexpected about it. Discover these five fin-credible fishes showcasing some of the most interesting diversity in our […]
Published by Sea Shepherd Conservation Society December 22, 2018/in Fishing, Oceans /by Bjorn Bergman Continued from Part 1: Voyage to the Galapagos. As the Brigitte Bardot steamed west from the Galapagos we considered the sheer number of people we could expect to encounter when we reached this densely clustered fishing fleet 700 miles out to sea. The scale of fishing on […]