2025 ‘year of the octopus’ say Wildlife Trust

Record numbers of the intelligent sea-dwelling creatures have been spotted on beaches in Devon and Cornwall, the charity said in their annual Marine Life Review. Read more here.

Artificial Reefs: How Scientists and Green Groups Are Rebuilding Ocean Ecosystems

Imagine diving beneath the surface and finding a forest of sculptures, living corals, and thriving fish communities where barren sand once lay. That’s the revolution unfolding across our oceans. Artificial reefs, powered by bold science and visionary conservation groups, are transforming damaged coastlines into vibrant marine sanctuaries, one structure at a time. Read more here.

A rare bright spot for whales: Decades of conservation pay off for endangered population in Canada

Northern bottlenose whale populations have struggled to rebound, even though commercial whaling was outlawed in their habitats more than 50 years ago. Read more here.

Solar-Lit Fishing Nets Cut Sea Turtle Bycatch by 63%, Mexico Trials Show

The floating devices recharge in sunlight and can operate for over five days without light, addressing cost and waste concerns associated with traditional battery-powered lights and single-use chemical light sticks. Read more here.

Restoring Norfolk’s Lost Oyster Reefs for a Healthier Ocean

Off the windswept coastline of north Norfolk, England, a bold and ambitious project is underway to restore native oyster reefs to the North Sea. Once abundant along the English coast, oysters (Ostrea edulis) have been nearly wiped out by centuries of overfishing, dredging, and habitat degradation. Read more here.