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Ocean Heat, Acidification, Sea Level Rise Set New Records in 2021

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Sea level rise, ocean heat and ocean acidification set new records in 2021, according to a new report issued this week by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).

Scientists Find Alarming Lack of Protected Waters Off U.S. East Coast

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A new analysis of marine protected areas (MPAs) reveals that many ocean regions off the mainland USA are significantly unprotected, particularly on the East Coast.

Arctic Ice Reduction Has A Wide-Ranging Effect On Climate

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Researchers have found that Arctic sea ice plays a crucial role in regulating climate change.

Scientists Have Discovered A Bacteria That Hitches a Ride on Plastic To Move Around

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Researchers from the University of Newcastle have discovered bacteria that attaches itself to plastic in the deep ocean.

Stunning New 3D Models Are Helping Researchers Study Coral Reefs

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Researchers have created stunning 3D models of coral reefs that are helping scientists further their understanding of coral reef behavior.

Annual NOAA Marine Debris Program Art Contest Winners Announced

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The NOAA Marine Debris Program has announced the winners of this year's art contest, whose pieces will feature in the 2023 calendar.

Report: Management of the Great Barrier Reef Isn’t Keeping Climate Change Threats At Bay

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Researchers have found that previous and ongoing approaches to managing Australia's Great Barrier Reef aren't helping to mitigate threats from climate change and the related losses of species and habitats.

Environmental Group Warns Against an Octopus Farm in the Canary Islands

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The Aquatic Animal Alliance recently sent a report to the Canary Islands government opposing the installation of an octopus farm.

‘World Turtle Day’ International ‘Shellebration’ is May 23

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If you're a turtle or tortoise fan, there's a way to celebrate your fandom coming up later this month.

Reef Smart Education Initiative Announced

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A new Reef Smart Education initiative has launched, featuring a series of hour-long lectures by Dr. Alex Brylske.

New ‘Crazy For Coral’ Campaign Launched

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A new "Crazy For Coral" campaign, which aims to raise funds to plant 10,000 corals by July 31, 2022, has been launched.

Reef-World Launches New Green Fins Poster on Best Practices for Snorkelers

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The Reef-World Foundation has launched a new poster on what it calls "Green Fins Environmental Best Practices for Snorkelers."

Chemicals In Sunscreen Found In Mediterranean Seagrass

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Scientists have discovered chemicals commonly found in sunscreens building up in the stems of Mediterranean seagrasses.

Humpback Whale Filmed Stalking A Pod Of Orcas

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A humpback whale called Valiant has been filmed stalking and chasing a nine-strong pod of Orcas in Canadian waters.
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