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Marine Pollution

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Shark food fraud

Only 35% of fish shops have labels with the scientific name and or common name of the shark

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The fish's false eyes

False eyespots in some species of fish are an evolutionary strategy of defense

Shark food fraud

Only 35% of fish shops have labels with the scientific name and or common name of the shark

Cold-water coral reefs

Cold-water coral ecosystems are long lived, slow growing and fragile.

Mantis shrimps are superheroes

The species with one of the fastest and most powerful punches in nature.

A new technology helps the ocean by converting CO2

Scientists from University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) have been working on an ambitious project called “SeaChange” that could one day boost the amount of CO2 that can be absorbed by our seas.

Marine Pollution

Bottom trawling and the impacts on the ocean

This fishing technique highly impacts the seafloor and the marine biodiversity

How can the private sector impulse blue economy initiatives

As climate and ocean-related issues keep growing, there is an opportunity for the private sector to invest and help alleviate these issues

New record for deepest fish ever caught and filmed

Scientists have tracked species of snailfish at more than 8,000 metres of depth in the Japan Trench

500 baby sharks to be released in Indonesia

Australian researchers have raised zebra shark eggs that are going to be released to repopulate this endangered species

Aquatic food has the potential to make a meaningful contribution to the nutritious, sustainable and balanced food systems of the future

Marine Pollution

Noise pollution from deep-sea mining operations poses a health risk to whales

A new study evaluates the potential threat of noise pollution on cetaceans derived from mining operations

EU announces €816.5 million worth of commitments to protect the ocean

On the occasion of last “Our Ocean Conference” held in Panama on 2-3 March 2023, the European Union confirmed a new commitment towards ocean sustainability

Squids can edit their genes to rapidly adjust to temperature swings.

A new study published in December 2022 found out that some cephalopods can change their genetic material to withstand temperature changes.

New kelp forest has been discovered in the Galapagos

A team of scientists found a new marine matt of Kelp at 50m of depth

The High Seas Treaty has been finally approved!

A historic agreement for the protection of the ocean

Marine Pollution

Algal blooms could be used as an alternative to industrial products

How the problematic algal blooms could be used as a replacement for plastic

Bees of the sea

Just like on land, algae and marine plants release male gametes similar to pollen for reproduction.

Seaweed as 'blue carbon'

The potential positive effects on climate and environment.

Countries in the Asia-Pacific region are making steps towards conserving marine resources.

The growing threats of climate change are causing APAC countries to place greater emphasis on oceanic issues.

The structure and function of marine ecosystems is changing due to global warming

Rising sea temperatures over the past decades have caused visible changes to reef community structures.

An aquarium full of new species

Australian scientists have discovered a myriad of wondrous sea creatures, some with fascinating and bizarre abilities.

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