BLOG Uncategorized May 11, 2020

What Is a Wetland?

Whether you live on the coast or in a land-locked state, odds are you’ve heard about wetlands. But how much do you know about wetlands really? In honor of American Wetlands Month, which occurs each May, we’re celebrating...

BLOG ArcticUncategorized May 11, 2020

What Is a Wetland?

Brown bears. Bald eagles. Sea otters. These iconic Alaskan species that we all know and love deserve admiration, but this blog is not about them. This blog is about four of the lesser-known creatures that reside and thri...

BLOG ClimateUncategorized May 8, 2020

Unexpected Creatures Thriving in the 49th State

Lately, a lot of ocean and climate change news talks about how our coral reefs are in trouble. Scientists estimate that almost all coral reefs will die off by the end of this century if we don’t take action to slow clima...

BLOG Uncategorized May 7, 2020

Heat-Resistant Corals Could Help Save Reefs Into the Future

We’re in the midst of our “new normal” with COVID-19, and, for many of us, that means mandatory shelter-in-place orders from our cities or states. Even if it’s not required, hopefully, those who can stay at home are doin...

These Ocean Animals Are Pros at Sheltering in Place

In recent weeks, the kitchen has become a place of respite for many of us. And many of us have been trying our hands at developing new cooking skills and testing out new dishes. For Earth Day, Ocean Conservancy hosted ou...

BLOG FloridaUncategorized May 5, 2020

A Recap of Earth Day Virtual Cooking Demo with Centerplate and T-Mobile Park Executive Chef Taylor Park

This blog was written by Sophie McCoy, a marine scientist who studies ecological responses to pollution and climate. Sophie is a Lang Early Career Fellow of the Phycological Society of America and a Steering Committee Me...

BLOG Uncategorized May 4, 2020

Working Together Towards Science-Based Policies in Florida

Did you know that this week is National Children’s Book Week? While children are experiencing a very different school year than usual, it’s all the more important to ensure they have access to literature that help them l...

BLOG FloridaUncategorized May 1, 2020

11 Books About the Sea that Kids Will Love

This blog was written by Captain Benny Blanco, a fishing guide in the Everglades and Biscayne National Parks. He lives in South Florida with his wife and three daughters. As the sun rose over Taylor Slough in Everglades...

BLOG Uncategorized April 30, 2020

Reflections of a Floridian Fishing Guide

I don’t know about you, but every time I hop on social media to try and connect with friends and family, my feed is often flooded with upsetting stories on the rippling effects of COVID-19 around the world. And there is...

BLOG Uncategorized April 29, 2020

5 Good Things Happening in the Ocean

One silver lining to this new state of being is we get to see everyone’s pets. They flop on laps while we are making important points or stroll into the background to the delight of all of our coworkers. Man’s best frien...