Around the full moon in June and July thousands of grouper congregate on the remote coral atolls in French Polynesia. These large fish all try to carve out small territories that they will defend until they spawn en masse at night. The only problem is that these reefs are already covered in huge masses of fish like the soldierfish surrounding the grouper.

Protecting Biodiversity

Our ocean is home to an incredible diversity of life. It feeds billions and supports cultures and livelihoods around the world.

But our ocean’s bounty is under threat–from industry, overfishing, plastic and climate change. Ocean Conservancy works in partnership with Indigenous and local communities to ensure that the ocean and the people who rely on it can thrive for generations to come.

Arctic & Northern Waters

Protecting the Arctic, which is warming 4 times faster than the rest of the world

We partner with Indigenous Peoples to protect this critical area’s role in local livelihoods and our global climate.

Florida

Ensuring the magic of Florida’s coasts lasts forever

We protect Florida’s coasts from plastic and pollution so they can continue to serve as treasured sanctuaries and economic engines.

Global Ghost Gear Initiative®

Eliminating the deadliest form of debris in the ocean

We work toward zero lost or discarded fishing gear, which indiscriminately kills marine life.

Healthy Fisheries

Ensuring that fish continue to feed the world for generations to come

We work with fishing communities to advance solutions that deliver healthy fisheries and marine ecosystems.

Deep Dive:  an In-Depth Exploration

See the science behind our biodiversity work

Visit our Action Center

Love the ocean? Turn your passion into impact. Explore urgent actions you can take right now to protect marine life and defend our ocean’s future.

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2 different species of sharks and a small array of reef fish.

Wildlife Library

Meet the incredible animals of the ocean and beyond

Discover fascinating facts about ocean wildlife—from polar bears to nurse sharks to tiny copepods. Explore their behaviors, lifespans, diets and more in our Wildlife Library.