Remove 5 pounds of ocean plastic and support a coastal community
SEVENSEAS Media has been working with communities throughout Thailand to implement innovative approaches on waste reduction, recycling, and more responsible management of marine resources. With every $30 donation we will pull 5 pounds of plastic from the ocean. Read more…
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Upcycled Cement Messenger Bags That Support Ocean Conservation $28.95
These messenger bags provide a new life to construction waste and 10% of the proceeds go directly to SEVENSEAS Media. SHOP NOW.
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A deep dive into Japan’s questionable treatment of marine life
Japan is in many ways a world leading nation, but when it comes to protecting their marine life they are falling way short of the mark. Read more…
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New Online Journal Dedicated to the Plight of African Elephants
We are thrilled to let you know about the launch of another great online publication which covers such a pressing issue. The Journal of African Elephants spotlights the crisis facing African elephants through daily news reports, commentary, studies, research and campaigns. Read more…
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Under the Waves with Karim Iliya, May 2019
Out of the deep blue came 2 blue whales, a mother and her baby, shining giants, glowing a metallic blue unlike anything Iʼve ever seen. See more…
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How will tropical mammals react to rising temperatures?
How wildlife will react to climate change is an open question, but one of the first studies to compare the responses of tropical mammals to warmer habitats suggests the answer won’t be as simple as “move to a cooler place.” Read more…
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Discover historic lands, geography, flora and fauna with Israel by Foot
A new English-language hiking startup called Israel By Foot has proven so popular that it is expanding to provide inn-to-inn and group treks throughout Israel. Read more…
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Anemones Clownfish,, Philippines – Jack’s Underwater Photography Feature
Clownfish (Amphiprion ocellaris) are colorful fish with shades ranging from yellow to orange, brown or pink, but thanks to the success of the movie “Finding Nemo” we always picture them by their most common color combination: bright orange with white stripes surrounded by thin black lines. Read more…
FEATURE DESTINATION: Stunning photo series from South Australia. This could be your trip!
What better inspiration do you need to look into a vacation to Southern Australia? Wildlife, wine, beaches, and scenery like this! See more…
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FEATURE DESTINATION: Best Spots for Whale Watching in South Australia
With some of the best whale watching spots right here in South Australia, find out where to see them from June to September and what whale watching tours will get you up close and personal on Kangaroo Island, the Fleurieu Peninsula and the Eyre Peninsula. Read more…
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4 Reasons Everyone Should Care About America’s Everglades
It’s been called one of the world’s great biological wonders. And since there’s nothing quite like Everglades National Park, efforts have been made for decades to protect and preserve its fragile ecosystem. Read more…
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Nature Communities in the Eastern Himalayas
In the verdant depths of the Eastern Himalayas, 9 Nature Communities are preserving 1000 Years of Environmental Heritage and 145 Years of Cultural Inheritance. Building upon their traditional knowledge, they are restoring barren parking lands into a thriving web of life and wilderness. Read more…
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Resources for World Oceans Day
World Oceans Day is a global day of ocean celebration and collaboration for a better future. Read more…
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Ocean-Inspired Paintings
I continue to paint and I’m more in love with the ocean now than ever before. Sometimes it scares me and my old fears and grief rise up, but I simply acknowledge it, feel it, and express it through my art. Read more…
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Otherworldly Mirror Pools, New Lifeforms, and Mesmerizing Landscapes Discovered on Ocean Floor
Scientists aboard Schmidt Ocean Institute’s research vessel Falkor recently discovered and explored a hydrothermal field at 2,000 meters depth in the Gulf of California where towering mineral structures serve as biological hotspots for life. Read more…
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49 Issues, readership in 174 countries, 21,000 subscribers, over 25,000 monthly visitors…and growing. Read more…
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In Pursuit: Photographing the Porcupine Caribou Migration
Photojournalist and conservationist, Peter Mather, doesn’t just want to capture the perfect image. He wants to paint a picture with his photographs, to tell the story of an animal or a place and raise environmental awareness. Read more…
FEATURE DESTINATION: Thousands of juvenile oysters find home on restored reef
The Southern Hemisphere’s largest reef restoration project has reached an important milestone with the seeding of more than 50,000 endangered Australian flat oysters. Read more…
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The Future Doesn’t Suck
Bacardi and Lonely Whale have announced a partnership that hopes to remove one billion single-use plastic straws from circulation by 2020. Read more…
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Inspiring Your Divers to Protect the Reef with the Green Fins Dive Guide e-Course
The Reef-World Foundation has distilled its 10 years’ experience coordinating the Green Fins initiative among the global dive community to create a-one-of-a-kind, free online training course: the Green Fins Dive Guide e-Course. Read more…
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4ocean partners with Air Canada to reduce single-use plastics
4ocean, the global ocean cleanup company, announced it has partnered with Air Canada to reduce and eventually eliminate single-use plastics on the airline’s aircrafts and in its lounges. Read more…
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Mercury Toxicity as a Cause for Stranded Marine Mammals is not a Mystery
Mercury in stranded marine mammals has been measured at the highest concentration of any animal ever recorded. Levels of mercury in detoxification organs such as the liver in dolphins found and stranded were between 220 and 657 times the level of what would kill a human. Read more…
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Climate change survey reveals more than half of Americans don’t know what the Paris Agreement is.
It is disheartening that even as the U.N.’s World Water Day approaches, billions of people worldwide face the very real risk of water scarcity. This risk is perhaps more real than most people realize: the state of the world’s consumable water supply is dismal, rife with substantial and ongoing contamination, and almost a third of the world’s groundwater systems is rapidly becoming depleted. Read more…
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San Antonio restoring ecological and natural surroundings transformed river into birding destination
Another great example of how proper planning with a return to nature has an astounding positive effect on surrounding biodiversity which only trickles downstream. Read more…
SEVENSEAS FEATURED TRAVEL
Below are a few of our favorite tour centers and operators. Be sure to mention SEVENSEAS Media for special rates and discounts when making your inquiry.
Susan Bruce Travel
We’ve been traveling, advising clients, and planning trips across the globe for over 30 years. We help you explore amazing places and people — from mountain sanctuaries in Bhutan to the jungles of Peru. Learn more…
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Oceanic Society Expeditions.
A selection of expeditions and volunteer vacations for our travellers that will further the mission to conserve marine wildlife and habitats. More info.
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Alelí Tours Puerto Rico 
Alelí Tours is a small-scale ecotourism business located in La Parguera, southwest Puerto Rico. More info.
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Isla Mar Research Expeditions – Field Courses in Puerto Rico
A field course coordination company in Puerto Rico that specializes in organizing and hosting island ecology (marine/terrestrial) themed courses. More info.
Marine Megafauna Foundation
Our mission is to save threatened marine life using pioneering research, education, and sustainable conservation solutions, working towards a world where marine life and humans thrive together. Read more… More info.
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Bangkok Photo Tours.
We visit traditional sights but focus on markets, street art, and local food. All camera forward and environmentally sensitive. More info.
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Pangaea Ocean Sailing Expedition
Panex is opening up sailing expeditions for guest crew. This is an unique opportunity to go sailing, cross an ocean, and be a part of something bigger. More info.
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SEE Turtles
…protect endangered turtles throughout Latin America and the world by supporting community-based conservation efforts through ecotourism, education, and Billion Baby Turtles. More info.
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Ever dream of swimming with humpback whales? Now you can.
If you are interested in swimming with or photographing humpback whales Karim guides… More info.
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Loggerhead Marinelife Center.
Imagine roaming some of the world’s most beautiful ecosystems. Gorgeous vistas, affordable travel and amazing memories; immersing yourself in the sounds of nature. More info.
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Pete Oxford Expeditions.
We offer unique, small group expeditions for travelers and photographers to remote and pristine destinations and cultures around the world. More info.
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Alnitak Conservation in Action on Volunteer Expeditions
Alnitak is a grassroots marine science organization dedicated to the conservation of biodiversity in our oceans. From May through to October, we run expeditions to survey the rich waters in the Balearic Sea, inviting any ocean enthusiasts to join us on board. Our expeditions take place in the stunning Cabrera National Park and the Menorca Biosphere Reserve. Read more…
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Since 2004, SEVENSEAS Media has fostered an informal and non-partisan platform to promote understanding of key issues and challenges while building partnerships across an increasingly diverse group of marine conservation professionals and students.
Our mission is to promote communication and build partnerships across the global marine community and to identify and address gaps in the community’s work. SEVENSEAS Media achieves this through multimedia promotion and partnerships. The community consists of a diverse and growing group of participants, including non-governmental organizations, government agencies, foundations, bilateral and multilateral agencies, fellowship programs, independent consultants, and academia/students.
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This piece was prepared online by Panuruji Kenta, Publisher, SEVENSEAS Media