Marine mammal strandings around Scotland see 30 years increase

The research – looking at all cetaceans found in Scottish waters, including baleen whales, short-beaked common dolphins, and harbour porpoises – is the first time scientists have measured the increase in strandings around the Scottish coastline. Read more here.

Kelp forests in marine protected areas are more resilient to heat waves

New research finds that Marine Protected Areas can boost the recovery of globally important kelp forests following marine heatwaves. The findings are published in the British Ecological Society’s Journal of Applied Ecology. Read more here.

Taiwan’s nesting female sea turtle population reaches 3-year high

From January to July, 96 nesting females were recorded across six key habitats: Kenting, Xiaoliuqiu, Lanyu, Dongsha Island, Wangan Island, and Taiping Island. In comparison, 89 females were recorded during the same period last year, per CNA. The OCA did not specify which species of sea turtle, but the most commonly found around Taiwan is the green sea turtle. Read more here.

Students dive into marine conservation through youth talk

The one-hour session introduced students to volunteering opportunities in the local community, emphasising Ocean Week Brunei’s advocacy for marine conservation. By linking service learning with environmental issues, the programme encouraged students to explore how their contributions can support both local initiatives and global sustainability goals. Read more here.

Secret whale gathering point found in Southern Ocean

University of Auckland scientists tracked 25 tohorā from the subantarctic Maungahuka/Auckland Islands through the Southern Ocean, in a study published in the journal Global Ecology and Conservation. Read more here.