Great white sharks face extinction in Mediterranean, say researchers

Great white sharks in the Mediterranean Sea are in danger of disappearing, with illegal fishing contributing to their decline. Read more here.

Conservation’s hot topics of 2026: From artificial intelligence to mirror molecules

The proliferation of artificial intelligence technologies, molecular manipulation and literal sea changes are among the top issues a team of conservation experts anticipate will affect biodiversity in the year ahead and beyond, according to a recent study published in the scientific journal Trends in Ecology and Evolution. Read more here.

Conservation makes a splash in Thailand’s coastal waters

For most visitors to Thailand, diving is a recreational pursuit — a chance to glimpse sharks, turtles and seahorses drifting through tropical waters. But on the small island of Koh Tao, divers are increasingly using their trips to help protect marine ecosystems under pressure from climate change. Read more here.

​​Coral reefs could feed millions if we let them rebuild

Overfished coral reefs are producing far less food than they could. Researchers found that letting reef fish populations recover could boost sustainable fish yields by nearly 50%, creating millions of extra meals each year. Read more here.

Officials stunned after examining sea creatures that seemingly disappeared decades ago: ‘Hugely promising’

“This success is only possible thanks to [people] who share our vision for ocean recovery.” Read more here.