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SEVENSEAS Travel Magazine – October 2024 – Issue 113



Where Blue Becomes Green: Lessons From Thailand’s Turbid Reefs 

A tidal wave of coral research and restoration has swept the global oceans and lapped at shallow coastlines over the past few decades, spurred by the increased appreciation for coral reef ecosystems and the value these habitats contribute to planet Earth. Read the full article…

Navigating Growth in Conservation Careers and Finding Balance in an Unbalanced World

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For many of us working in conservation, the path we’ve chosen is more than just a career, it’s a way of life. But as we move forward in our roles, the weight of what we see and experience can take a significant toll. Read the full article…

Pioneering Welsh Seagrass Nursery Growing & Sowing Seeds to Restore Lost Meadows

Seagrass, Isles of Scilly, Cornwall, UK

A new Welsh nursery is at the forefront of a mission to restore the UK’s lost seagrass meadows and equip organisations and communities with the tools to bring back biodiversity and support the removal of carbon dioxide from our atmosphere by restoring these vital habitats. Read the full article…

Guy Harvey Honored as The 2024 SeaKeeper of The Year

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Guy Harvey, a renowned marine wildlife artist and conservationist, has been a steadfast champion for ocean conservation and its inhabitants. His vision and passion for marine biology led to the establishment of the Guy Harvey Research Institute (GHRI) at Nova Southeastern University in 1999. Read the full article…

Cleaning Stations & Coastal Cruising – Under the Waves with Karim Iliya, October 2024

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A Hawaiian green sea turtle cruises beneath the waves off the coast of Hawaii. This turtle was eating algae off the rocks, seemingly unaffected by the powerful turbulent water all around. When not eating algae, these turtles spend much of their time laying on the nearby beach. See more…

SSI Launches Global Ambassador Program to Elevate Diving Community

Scuba Schools International (SSI) is thrilled to announce the launch of its Global Ambassador Program, featuring nine extraordinary individuals worldwide. These SSI Ambassadors represent the pinnacle of expertise in freediving, scuba diving, extended range, and other specialities. Read the full announcement…

Book Suggestion: “Megalodons, Mermaids, and Climate Change” A New Book that Separates Fact from Fiction

Columbia University Press announces the forthcoming release of “Megalodons, Mermaids, and Climate Change: Answers to Your Ocean and Atmosphere Questions,” a compelling exploration of the natural world by renowned marine scientist Ellen Prager and veteran meteorologist Dave Jones. This engaging work, set to be released on October 22, 2024, promises to captivate readers with its accessible approach to complex scientific concepts. Find out more about the book…

Feature Destination: LMMA Practitioners in Tanzania Gather to Strengthen Collaboration Efforts for Marine Conservation

Locally Managed Marine Areas (LMMA) have emerged as a promising model that address challenges faced in marine conservation in the Western Indian Ocean region. Read the full article…

Feature Destination: Tanzania, a Bucket List Destination Like No Other

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Tanzania is a land where nature, adventure, and culture blend into one of the most extraordinary travel experiences on the planet. Read the full article…

Feature Destination: Actions to Strengthen Marine Turtle Conservation Agreed at UN Meeting in Tanzania

Governments, scientific experts and stakeholders gathered over four days in an international meeting that ended today to discuss pressing conservation issues for marine turtles in the Indian Ocean and South-East Asia region. Read the full article…

A Teen Environmentalist Attending The UN Summit of The Future Shares Her Fears & Hopes for The Planet 

Standing alone at the United Nations headquarters in New York, I grasped my newly printed Office Depot business cards as if they could unlock influence. Read the full article…

Piping Plovers: Climate Change Threatens Endangered Shorebirds by Lindsay Keller

Piping plovers have been struggling for decades. All three U.S. populations are federally protected–two are threatened and the third is endangered. Read the full article…

New England Aquarium Scientists Spot Critically Endangered Right Whales in Unusual NY Feeding Ground

North Atlantic right whales were seen in the Hudson and Block Canyon areas south of Long Island along with an abundance of fin and humpback whales, various dolphin species, manta rays, whale sharks, tuna, and sea turtles. Read the full article…

Sacha Lodge Announces New Private Birding Tours in Ecuadorian Amazon

Sacha Lodge, an easily accessible 5000-acre private ecological reserve in the Ecuadorian Amazon, is thrilled to announce an array of NEW private birding itineraries. Of the 1,600 bird species registered in Ecuador, 600 have been seen at Sacha Lodge. Read the full article…

MSU Researchers Build Connection Between Forests & Drinking Water, Outreach & Conservation Strategies Follow

 Michigan forests play a key role in offsetting greenhouse gas emissions through carbon storage, provide wildlife habitats and increase biodiversity, offer ample recreational opportunities to the state’s population and visitors, and supply timber resources and other forestry products Read the full article…

National Geographic’s Sharkfest 2024: Discover the Wonders of the Shark World

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National Geographic’s Sharkfest 2024 is poised to take viewers on an incredible dive into the world of sharks, offering a four-week-long documentary packed with 26 hours of original programming. Read the full article…


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This piece was prepared online by Panuruji Kenta, Publisher, SEVENSEAS Media