Ocean Conservation

Rare sea turtles released to nature in Central Vietnam

Two hawksbill (Eretmochelys imbricata) and one green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) were released into the waters off Phan Thiet City in the south-central province of Binh Thuan on Wednesday. Read more here.

Calls grow for Ottawa to implement safe-gear strategy

The young whale was spotted east of Miscou Island last week with rope around her body and right flipper. Watch Tom Murphy’s interview with Kim Elmslie of Oceana, a group dedicated to ocean conservation. Read more here.

Canadian Governments and indigenous nations create the Great Barrier Sea Agreement

Earlier this week, a new agreement between the Government of Canada, the Provincial Government of British Columbia, and 17 First Nations created the Great Bear Sea Project Finance for Permanence (PFP) initiative. Read more here.

AI powered underwater robots revolutionize marine conservation, NSF funded researchers lead the charge

The underwater environment, covering nearly 80% of the planet, is critical in maintaining ecological balance and supporting human well-being. Effective conservation relies on thoroughly understanding underwater species distribution and ecosystem dynamics, which can be time-consuming and costly. Read more here.

Mystery turtle in Hong Kong: Authorities search for owner of abandoned reptile

Staff at Aquameridian Conservation and Education discover green sea turtle in a plastic container box with an anonymous letter. Read more here.