Strengthening Ocean Conservation Globally by Connecting People, Telling Stories, Sharing Science
Taking a step backwards to borrow a lesson from a simpler society can be the first move in reducing our waste and living a greener, healthier life. I went to Vietnam but you …
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Freediver Marina Daian swims with a Hawaiian green sea turtle. Turtles are known to lose a fin in a variety of ways including shark attacks or entanglement in fishing gear. Image …
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See how two entrepreneurs took on marine litter by Kevin Majoros The natural tendency to have far-sightedness is a gift that successful business owners use to fulfill their vision. Many entrepreneurs will …
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Sometimes, it is easy being green. Since this May, research biologists from the Research Laboratory at Loggerhead Marinelife Center have documented 6,039 green sea turtle nests along the 9.5-mile stretch of beach they monitor, beating …
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With a long Caribbean coast, Belize is a culturally diverse country with one foot in Latin America and the other in the Caribbean. There is the creole/Afro-European population as well …
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By BLUE VENTURES Exploring island life by Belize volunteer Emma Muench LIVING IN A MARINE RESERVE Bacalar Chico Dive Camp (BCDC), Blue Ventures’ base in the Bacalar Chico Marine Reserve, is …
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Turbinella Pyrem, white Conch shells or Chank shells, are harvested mainly from the sea coasts of India and Pakistan. They and grow up to 1,5 kg in weight and 20-25 cm in length Chank shells …
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While the global shipping industry looks to clean up its act, more should be done Shipping is coming under increasing environmental pressure; not only from regulation but also from charterers …
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How well do you know the ocean? This regular feature will help acquaint you with our blue planet. Topic: Importance of Fieldwork Helps us to understand how plants and animals …
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Designing Urban Ocean Conservation Given the increasing populations and environmental impacts of coastal cities, it’s time to figure out urban ocean conservation. Ports, tourism, and fisheries comprise a valuable “blue …
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