Ocean Conservation News – 12/22/2023

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Scientists describe 153 new species in 2023

Researchers at the California Academy of Sciences described 153 new animal, plant, and fungi species in 2023, enriching our understanding of Earth’s biodiversity and strengthening our ability to regenerate the natural world. Read more here.

Pittsburgh Zoo is rehabbing sea turtles who were stranded on the coast of Cape Cod

The Pittsburgh Zoo has shared some excited news about their recent work in the rehabilitation and conservation. Read more here.

Why do whales help address climate change

Scientists have discovered in recent years that great whales (baleen whales and sperm whales), can capture significant amounts of planet-heating carbon from the atmosphere. Read more here.

Some coral species ‘remember’ how to survive ocean heat waves, study suggests

Certain coral species are able to survive warming waters due to climate change because they are able to “remember” how they lived through previous heat waves, according to scientists at Oregon State University. Read more here.

Professor recognized for marine conservation work

Lekelia Jenkins, an associate professor in the School for the Future of Innovation in Society at Arizona State University, has always worked in what she calls “neglected spaces”. Read more here.

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