South Australia bans fishing of critically endangered sharks

The South Australian Government has placed a fishing ban on five of its endangered endemic species of shark and rays, including the whitefin swellshark, longnose skate, greeneye spurdog, grey skate, and coastal stingaree, setting a new precedent and leading the country in its overall approach to shark protection. Read more here.

‘Earth’s second Amazon found’: A hidden underwater world that connects 6 countries

Spanning across the waters of six countries, this hidden world is teeming with life, from vibrant coral reefs to rare marine species. Read more here.

In Panama, major port construction projects begins at mangrove site

The project requires dredging a riverbed and increasing maritime traffic of cargo ships, cruise ships and yachts. Read more here.

Marine protected areas have ‘spillover benefits’ protecting life well beyond their boundaries

Marine protected areas are proving to be a game-changer in boosting “catch-per-unit-of-fishing-effort” without harming marine ecosystems. Read more here.

Islanders in Jersey invited to hear from marine experts

Islanders have been offered a “unique opportunity” to hear from leading marine conservationists and environmentalists. Read more here.