For Ocean Action in Sports, Go To … Louisville
Through Ocean Conservancy’s participation in the Sport Positive Summit in the Fall of 2020, we were privileged to meet with Dr. Jessica Murfree, Ph.D. and learn about her interest in the subject of climate impacts on spo...
For Ocean Action in Sports, Go To … Louisville
Lemon sharks might not be as famous as other shark species (looking at you, white sharks and hammerheads), but they’re an important part of the Atlantic and eastern Pacific ecosystems. Today we’re giving lemon sharks (Ne...
Why Are Lemon Sharks Called Lemon Sharks?
More than 80% of our ocean is unmapped, unobserved and unexplored. That means there is wildlife, and perhaps entire ecosystems that we have yet to discover or understand. This is part of why I find the ocean so exciting—...
Rediscovering the Lost Sand Octopus
On my first beach trip this season, I noticed a beautiful bird sailing across the shore, wings outstretched, skimming the water. I was struck with an appreciation for its grace and skill. But I also realized how few spec...
4 Reasons the Great Shearwater Deserves Your Attention
May is Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month, which is a time to celebrate the rich culture and history of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders and their deep cultural connections with the ocean. The month of May is sig...
Celebrating Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month
This blog was written by Susie Goodell, Ocean Conservancy’s Communications intern for the Spring 2021 term and a member of the Dartmouth College Class of 2023, majoring in Environmental Studies. She is the Build Chair fo...
Stepping Up to the Plate for Our Ocean With Major League Baseball
In 100 days, some pretty incredible things can happen in our ocean. Some Emperor Penguins will go without eating for up to 100 days while they keep their eggs warm and safe. In 100 days while feeding, a blue whale can ea...
President Biden’s First 100 Days
Are you ready for this? Yes, some ocean animals dance! You read that right, friend. And I’m here to bring you some absolutely astounding levels of ocean joy, courtesy of eight ocean animals who have no fear when it comes...
Do Ocean Animals Dance?
Whether we know it or not, many of us rely on international shipping for the products we use every day. Shipping not only plays a big role in the economy—it plays a big role in ocean health. You’ve heard us talk before a...
How Much Do You Know About Shipping?
There are all kinds of strategies animals use to defend themselves and capture prey. Some have sharp teeth and strong jaws, some rely on camouflage and others secrete potent toxins. Nematocysts are one technique used by...