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The ocean is our planet’s lifeline, teeming with wonders both seen and unseen—and it needs our protection now more than ever. In Ocean Conservancy’s blog, explore the evidence-based solutions we champion, the passionate advocates driving change, and the policy victories creating lasting impact for our ocean. From the Arctic to local coastlines, discover how Ocean Conservancy is tackling our blue planet’s most significant challenges and how you can join the movement.
All About False Killer Whales
Despite their dramatic name, false killer whales aren’t an orca species. These animals are dolphins—members of the same extended family as the iconic “killer whale” (Orcinus orca). Compared…
ViewHow NOAA Supports Abundant Fisheries
What do a school of cod in the Gulf of Maine, a humpback whale migrating down the West Coast and a coastal wetland along the Gulf Coast have in common? NOAA Fisheries, part of the National O…
ViewWhat is the High Seas Treaty and Why Does It Matter?
You may have seen headlines recently about a new global treaty that went into effect just as news broke that the United States would be withdrawing from a number of other international agree…
ViewWhat is a Snipe Eel?
From the chilly corners of the polar seas to the warm waters of the tropics, our ocean is bursting with spectacular creatures. This abundance of biodiversity can be seen throughout every dep…
ViewCelebrating Ocean Victories of 2025
When reflecting on conversations with my Ocean Conservancy colleagues, the word that repeatedly comes to mind to describe this year for us is fortitude. Collaboration and courage for ou…
ViewSee-Through Ocean Animals
From superheroes to myths and legends, humans are fascinated by creatures whose appearance helps them move through the water with stealth. From shape shifters to massive predators, all ocean…
ViewTen Animals Impacted by Ghost Gear
Lost and abandoned fishing gear, commonly known as “ghost gear,” is the most harmful form of marine debris to wildlife. Commonly made from modern plastics, such as nylon or polyethylene, fis…
ViewRecent Trends Impacting U.S. Fisheries and American Seafood
Maintaining a healthy ocean includes ensuring that fisheries are sustainable and fish stocks are abundant. If you like to eat seafood, go fishing or visit the coast, then how United States f…
ViewForecasting a Future for South Atlantic Red Snapper
Fishermen and the latest fishery stock assessment agree: There are a lot of red snapper in the South Atlantic. Yet, promising numbers alone do not tell the whole story of red snapper off the…
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