Cham Islands builds successful conservation projects

Having been recognised as the UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve site in 2009, Chàm Islands-Hội An has been boosting the conservation of flora and fauna species on land and sea, making it an ideal destination for eco-tours and a rich biodiversity conservation project in Việt Nam. Read more here.

Endangered shark meet tainting Aussie fish and chip shops, marine experts warn

A new study shows 10 percent of shark meat sold in Australian fish shops and markets was endangered species, alarming conservation groups. Read more here.

World’s island states blame richest countries for climate threats

Extremely vulnerable to climate change, not rich enough to stop it on their own, and not poor enough to merit aid and development financing: the world’s small island states on Monday blamed wealthy countries for their misfortune. Read more here.

Silky sharks shatters record by swimming over 17,000 miles

The study reveals critical insights into the behavior of this severely overfished species and emphasizes the urgent need for cooperative international management measures to prevent further population declines. Read more here.

Buried kelp: Seaweeds carried to the deep sea stores more carbon than we thought

Deep in the ocean lies the world’s largest active carbon reservoir, which plays a pivotal role in buffering our planet’s climate. Of the roughly 10 billion tonnes carbon dioxide we emit each year, about 3 billion tonnes are taken up and stored in the oceans – and largely by plants. Read more here.