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Sea turtles and other marine life are threatened by the Pacific Fishery Management Council's (PFMC) consideration of permits for destructive pelagic longlines. This deadly fishing gear, capable of stretching 60 miles with thousands of hooks, was banned on the West Coast for decades due to its proven harm to air-breathing animals. Reintroducing such reckless and wasteful practices is irresponsible.
Urge the PFMC to reject West Coast pelagic longline permits and protect vulnerable marine species. Take action now: http://bit.ly/31ph3zg
Throwaway plastics are devastating our oceans. Join Oceana's movement to reduce plastic pollution at its source, saving marine life. Your help enables our plastic-free victories.
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On August 14, 2019, Pakistan celebrated two independence days: its 72nd national freedom and the launch of a ban on single-use plastic bags. This initiative began with Islamabad's pilot project, making Pakistan one of 129 countries combating plastic pollution.
The World Bank is committed to Pakistan's environmental sustainability. Demonstrating this, the World Bank's Islamabad campus has operated free of single-use plastic for the past year, aligning with its pledge to "walk the talk."
Researchers discovered an Iridigorgia Soft Coral at 5,450 feet deep within the U.S. Pacific Remote Islands Marine National Monument. Footage was provided by Nautilus Live.
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Mangroves are flowering trees found along tropical coastlines, rooted in salty, often submerged sediments. While their upper trunks, branches, and leaves live above the waterline, their lower trunks and extensive prop roots are frequently covered by seawater.
Learn more in our Marine Life Encyclopedia.
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Pygmy seahorses are masters of disguise. Extremely small and poor swimmers, they rely on camouflage for survival.
Help protect these unique animals by joining Oceana: [https://bit.ly/2kIqs5y](https://bit.ly/2kIqs5y)
Sea turtles frequently mistake plastic bags for jellyfish, and ingesting them is often fatal. This plastic pollution poses a deadly threat to marine life.
To protect these creatures, we must #BreakFreeFromPlastic by significantly reducing plastic production. It's time for collective action.
Support Oceana's efforts and take the pledge here: https://bit.ly/2m4aMKe
Parrotfish species produce a mucus cocoon for protection against parasites while they sleep. This defensive barrier can take up to an hour to create for a single night's rest.
To learn more about parrotfish, explore Oceana's Marine Life encyclopedia: Oceana Marine Life Encyclopedia.
North Atlantic right whales, decimated by whaling until 1935, now face extinction. Only about 400 remain, with fewer than 100 breeding females, primarily threatened by commercial shipping and fishing.
To reverse this decline, these whales require protection from fishing gear entanglements and ship strikes. Key solutions include reducing vertical fishing lines and mandating slower ship speeds.
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North Atlantic right whales, once decimated by whaling, now face extinction with only about 400 remaining, including fewer than 100 breeding females. Commercial shipping and fishing pose the primary threats.
To reverse this decline, urgent protection from fishing gear entanglements and ship strikes is essential. Reducing vertical lines from fishing gear and mandating slower ship speeds are critical steps.
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North Atlantic right whale populations first crashed due to whaling, banned in 1935. Now, the species faces extinction, primarily from commercial shipping and fishing threats.
With only about 400 whales remaining, including fewer than 100 breeding females, urgent protection is vital. Reducing vertical fishing lines and requiring ships to slow down are crucial steps to prevent entanglements and ship strikes, helping to reverse their decline.
Climate change is making our oceans more acidic, threatening most marine animals. Conversely, jellyfish thrive in warmer waters, posing a risk of ocean takeover if climate change remains unchecked.
Help protect our oceans. Join Oceana: https://bit.ly/2kA7bTV
Nudibranchs, a type of sea slug, are renowned for their vibrant colors, which they acquire from their diet.
Discover more about these fascinating creatures in Oceana's Marine Life Encyclopedia.
Sea stars are not always docile. The sunflower sea star, the ocean's fastest and largest, is a formidable predator, capable of eating almost anything in its path.
Join Oceana to help protect incredible animals like the sunflower sea star. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/2lEjmPU
California sea lions swim at top speeds of 25 miles per hour, making them the fastest among all seals and sea lions.
For more fascinating facts about these marine mammals, explore Oceana's Marine Life Encyclopedia: Oceana's Marine Life Encyclopedia.
Coral reefs are among the planet's most diverse ecosystems, akin to rainforests. Despite covering less than 1% of the seafloor, they sustain over 25% of all marine life.
However, these vital ecosystems are severely threatened, particularly by plastic pollution. Join Oceana to help protect them: #BreakFreeFromPlastic.
Three Southern Resident orcas are presumed dead, further diminishing their critically endangered population. Only 73 individuals now remain in this struggling pod.
Oceana is dedicated to protecting these starving orcas. Join us to support their survival efforts.
Learn more and get involved: https://bit.ly/2kyNITF
Elephant seals undergo a rapid "catastrophic molt," shedding their entire coat quickly. This unique event highlights their vulnerability and the need for ongoing protection.
These molting seals, and all marine mammals, require our support. It's crucial to safeguard them from legislative changes that could weaken existing protections.
Contact Congress today. Tell them to #DefendMarineMammals and oppose any modifications to the Marine Mammal Protection Act. Take action here: https://bit.ly/2NtJ8Ch
Despite its small size (8-10 inches), the blue-ringed octopus is one of the planet's most venomous animals. Its bright blue rings serve as a clear warning to potential predators.
Learn more in Oceana's Marine Life Encyclopedia.
Manta rays perform graceful barrel rolls when they find a hot spot for food.
Learn more about these majestic animals in Oceana's Marine Life Encyclopedia: Oceana Marine Life Encyclopedia.
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The Thinking Game | Full documentary | Tribeca Film Festival official selection
“The Thinking Game” is the inside story of DeepMind's groundbreaking AI research, culminating in the Nobel Prize-winning AlphaFold breakthrough. Filmed over five years by the award-winning team behind "AlphaGo," this documentary explores co-founder Demis Hassabis's lifelong pursuit of artificial general intelligence and the rigorous scientific journey from mastering strategy games to solving the 50-year-old protein folding problem.
Following its world premiere at the Tribeca Festival, "The Thinking Game" is now available to watch for free. For those interested in hosting a screening for a classroom, community, or workplace, visit: rocofilms.com/films/the-thinking-game/.
