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Great news for our oceans! 🦀 Since 2019, we've planted 4.9 million seeds through Seagrass Ocean Rescue. 🎉 Seagrass meadows protect coastlines & shelter marine life, but the UK has lost 92% over the last century. Our restoration plots are even spreading on their own, beyond where we planted. 🙌
The recent discovery of more than 1,100 new marine species shows how unexplored our oceans really are.
These photos reveal strange sea creatures scientists have never seen before
The recent discovery of more than 1,100 new marine species shows how unexplored our oceans really are.
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A haunting whale song discovered on decades-old audio equipment could open up a new understanding of how the huge animals communicate, according to researchers who say it's the oldest such recording known. https://to.pbs.org/47yOAfc
Oldest known recording of a whale song could unlock mysteries of the ocean
Researchers say the discovery of the oldest known recordings of whale sounds could open up a new understanding of how the huge animals communicate.
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🐋 Whether it is ‘Timmy’ the humpback whale in the Baltic Sea in Germany or now a walrus named ‘Magnus’ appearing off the coast of Scotland. A new study systematically documents the scale of “out-of-habitat” events in marine mammals for the first time: 🔗 Read more: www.oceancare.org/en/stories_a...
Study: One third of marine mammals outside of habitats
New study documents for the first time: One third of marine mammal species left their normal habitat ("Out of habitat"), likely because of climate change.
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Timmy the whale sounded the call, but there are oceans of life that need protecting… ‘We possess the technology and economic mechanisms needed to reduce our noise. But we lack sensory and imaginative connection to the problem, and thus the will to act.’ www.theguardian.com/environment/...
An ocean of noise: how sonic pollution is hurting marine life
The long read: Today’s oceans are a tumult of engine roar, artificial sonar and seismic blasts that make it impossible for marine creatures to hunt or communicate. We could make it stop, so why don’t ...
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Volunteers created blankets for elephants during a cold spell in Myanmar, Winga Baw Elephant camp #WomensArt
Humpback whale ‘Timmy’ released in the North Sea after weeks stranded off Germany apnews.com/article/germ...
Humpback whale 'Timmy' released in the North Sea after weeks stranded off Germany
A rescue team has released from a barge in the North Sea a humpback whale that had been stranded in shallow waters near Germany since March, witnesses said.
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Timmy the whale rescue attempt begins off coast of Germany – in pictures
Timmy the whale rescue attempt begins off coast of Germany – in pictures
A rescue operation is underway to transport a young male humpback to deeper waters in the North Sea after it became stranded in the Baltic Sea
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This is fantastic news. Small changes like this aren't a complete solution, but it will mean fewer fatal impacts with humpback whales. 🐳
B.C. Ferries alters schedule amid efforts to avoid hitting humpback whales | CBC News
The Northern Expedition ferry, serving Prince Rupert and Haida Gwaii, is travelling at lower speeds in an effort to reduce the risk of hitting humpback whales and other marine mammals in the region.
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One of the most fascinating facts about the ocean, is that there are whales alive today who were born before Moby Dick was written. Some of the bowhead whales in the icy waters off of Alaska today are over 200 years old. Original post
GOOD NEWS: Sloth World shut down & will not open! 14 surviving sloths moved to Central #Florida #Zoo for care. fxtwitter.com/RepMaxwellFr... "Appalled to hear 31 sloths died under the 'care' of the not yet opened #SlothWorld in #Orlando." fxtwitter.com/RepMaxwellFr...
Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (@RepMaxwellFrost)
I am appalled to hear about the 31 sloths who died under the “care” of the not yet opened Sloth World in Orlando. These sloths — naturally solitary animals — were put in the worst conditions possible...
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#SlothWorld #Orlando permanently closes after 31 sloth deaths uncovered by investigations; 13 surviving transferred to AZA-accredited care. Shutdown driven by global campaign of anti #sloth trade & weak regulation. #WildlifeConservation shorturl.at/PL5XR www.instagram.com/p/DXiS9awEaaU/
The Sloth Conservation Foundation on Instagram: "Sloth World Orlando has been permanently closed, and the remaining sloths have been surrendered to accredited institutions. This outcome didn’t happen...
1,865 likes, 136 comments - slothconservation on April 24, 2026: "Sloth World Orlando has been permanently closed, and the remaining sloths have been surrendered to accredited institutions. This outc...
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Our executive director, @camillelabchuk.bsky.social, says the Minister had little choice but to approve #Marineland's export permits after it threatened to kill all surviving whales & dolphins. Now, it's essential to ensure these animals aren't bred in the US.
Canadian Beluga Whales Could Find New Homes in United States
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🎉 Big win for animals! Canada’s Federal Court of Appeal has upheld plastic protections—rejecting industry efforts to roll them back & protecting animals from plastic pollution 🐢🐋
VICTORY! Federal Court of Appeal Upholds Plastic Protections in Major Win for Animals
A major Federal Court of Appeal ruling confirms Canada can regulate plastic pollution under CEPA, protecting millions of animals from deadly plastic waste.
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#Marineland is again gambling with lives—threatening to kill 30 belugas & 4 dolphins if its demands to ship them to the US aren’t met. If the government allows the export, it must include “no-breeding” conditions ensuring NO future animals will suffer in tanks! #CdnPoli
Marineland Again Threatens to Kill Whales
Marineland is pressuring Canada to approve beluga whale exports under threat of killing the animals—but the law requires the animals’ best interests come first.
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BREAKING: The Fisheries Minister granted #Marineland conditional approval to export whales & dolphins to the US—after the park threatened to execute the animals. Act now to ensure they won’t be bred in the US 👉 https://bit.ly/4qHHI6I
BREAKING: We are heartbroken to share that Kshamenk, Argentina’s last captive orca, held at Mundo Marino, died this morning. After more than 30 years captivity, Kshamenk’s life was marked by isolation and suffering. Swim free beautiful boy 😿🙏🌊
30 beluga whales are suffering in deteriorating tanks at Marineland Canada. The Ontario government must step in NOW to rescue them & provide sanctuary. Take action to help these innocent animals! #SaveTheBelugas #EndAnimalCruelty #MarinelandRescue bit.ly/4rx5ljr
30 Belugas Languishing at Marineland - Help Save Them & the Other Animals!
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Hoy murió Kshamenk, la orca que fue sacada de su hogar el mar, en 1992, para ser exhibida adentro de una pileta indigna. Kshamenk, lamentamos que solo la muerte haya podido ayudarte a ser libre. Repudiamos el cautiverio de animales para entretenimiento humano. Buen viaje, Kshamenk. Perdón. 💔
I captured this scorpionfish in Sogod Bay, Philippines. It was the most colorful scorpionfish I've ever seen. I took it with my Sony RX100 Mark IV, Nauticam housing, and YS-D3 strobe. #marinelifephotography #marinelife #wildlifephotography #wildlife #naturephotography #nature #scuba #photography
Breakthrough Study Reveals Human-Like Voices Inside Sperm Whale Clicks 🐋 New research reveals that sperm whales produce vowel-like sounds hidden inside their familiar clicks—patterns only heard after speeding up thousands of recordings from family clans off Dominica. greatergood.com/blogs/news/s...
Breakthrough Study Reveals Human-Like Voices Inside Sperm Whale Clicks | GreaterGood
Scientists may have just unlocked one of the ocean’s biggest mysteries. New research reveals that sperm whales produce vowel-like sounds hidden inside their familiar clicks—patterns only heard after s...
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Burgeo NFLD offers safe haven for some of Marineland’s beluga whales youtu.be/gDPAh-Gwbqk?... 🙏 @mark-carney.bsky.social #onpoli Doug Ford please facilitate this generous offer to rehome this suffering whales
Burgeo offers safe haven for some of Marineland’s beluga whales
YouTube video by NTV Canada
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Whales suffer chronic stress, boredom, & shortened lifespans in tiny tanks 😢 We must work together to help retire captive whales to sanctuaries where they can truly thrive!
Opinion: The age of keeping whales and dolphins in captivity must finally come to an end
Research shows it is not possible for captive cetaceans to thrive in concrete pools
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Our recent panel brought together experts from @whalesanctuary.bsky.social, World Animal Protection, & our legal team to address the urgent crisis facing animals at Marineland. Immediate, collaborative action is necessary to help the individuals still suffering 🐋 Full discussion on YouTube.
More background on the Marineland belugas… the proposed sanctuary in Nova Scotia is the most humane option, but they’re still only talking about taking 10 of 30
Why finding a new home for Marineland’s 30 belugas is proving difficult and complicated | CBC News
Marineland’s 30 belugas remain at the defunct Niagara Falls, Ont., amusement park after Ottawa turned down its export request. But as the company says it’s running out of money to care for the whales ...
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Breakthrough Study Reveals Human-Like Voices Inside Sperm Whale Clicks 🐋 New research reveals that sperm whales produce vowel-like sounds hidden inside their familiar clicks—patterns only heard after speeding up thousands of recordings from family clans off Dominica. greatergood.com/blogs/news/s...
Breakthrough Study Reveals Human-Like Voices Inside Sperm Whale Clicks | GreaterGood
Scientists may have just unlocked one of the ocean’s biggest mysteries. New research reveals that sperm whales produce vowel-like sounds hidden inside their familiar clicks—patterns only heard after s...
greatergood.com
Take action to give the whales at Marineland the freedom they’ve been denied for so long.
Help Move Marineland’s Whales to Sanctuary
Nova Scotia has approved Canada’s first-ever whale sanctuary! Whale Sanctuary Project site could open by summer 2026—giving many of Marineland’s captive belugas the chance to finally live in the ocean...
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Burgeo NFLD offers safe haven for some of Marineland’s beluga whales youtu.be/gDPAh-Gwbqk?... 🙏 @mark-carney.bsky.social #onpoli Doug Ford please facilitate this generous offer to rehome this suffering whales
Burgeo offers safe haven for some of Marineland’s beluga whales
YouTube video by NTV Canada
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