Endangered shark in Cornwall likely killed by sport fishing and significant trauma

Described as around 2.5 metres (8ft), later confirmed to be nearly double that, it was found on Par beach, near St Austell, at around 8am. Teams from the Marine Strandings Network, a flagship project of Cornwall Wildlife Trust, later collected the body to carry out tests. Read more here.

Rare sharks and rainbow sea slugs found in UK waters

Two species of sea slugs usually found in warmer waters and a critically endangered tope shark are among the ‘climate change indicators’ surveyed in the Wildlife Trusts’ annual Marine Review for 2024, a detailed assessment of the health of the UK’s marine life which suggested that, overall, wildlife has started to make somewhat of a comeback over the last 12 months. Read more here.

More education, research opportunities allowed by wildlife commission in coastal protected areas

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife reported in 2023 that a review of the program’s progress in its first 10 years revealed many of the areas are now teaming again with life. Read more here.

Small island nations: How ocean offer solutions to climate change

New analysis unpacks how small island developing states are leveraging the ocean for climate action, calling for more global support to accelerate the momentum. Read more here.

The Florida Aquarium looks ahead to continued growth in the New Year

As 2024 comes to a close, it has been an unforgettable year for The Florida Aquarium filled with many milestones: celebrating achievements in conservation, education, and guest engagement. Read more here.