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Climate change /
Germany
Ocean Acidification officially breaches Planetary Boundary
Ocean Acidification has been added to the growing list of Planetary Boundaries now considered to be breached, bringing the running total to seven out of nine, a new scientific report has declared. Read More
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Marine Life /
UK
Animal magnetism: Female crabs are attracted to subsea cables
Female crabs have displayed an attraction towards the electromagnetic fields emitted by underwater power cables, a reaction that scientists suggest could disrupt both migration patterns and population levels among crustaceans. Read More
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Canada /
Conservation
WWF Canada provides starkest picture of wildlife loss to date
From the grizzly bear to blue whales, Canada’s vast and diverse ecosystems are home to a wide array of wildlife. Human activity, however, is now damaging species’ habitats and triggering ripple effects that are threatening their survival. Read More
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Australia /
High Seas
Fintimate encounters: Leopard sharks spotted in 'threesome'
The surprise discovery was made by Dr Hugo Lassauce from the University of the Sunshine Coast who documented the moment two males and one female of the globally endangered shark species commenced their display in the waters off New Caledonia. Read More
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High Seas /
North America
Historic High Seas Treaty is a "turning point for humanity"
A United Nations treaty designed to protect the abundant marine life and ecosystems of the high seas - known colloquially as the High Seas Treaty - has in the last few hours received the 60th ratification required for the agreement to be brought into full force. Read More
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Indonesia /
Marine Life
Synchronised ‘ladybugs’ win Ocean Photographer of the Year 2025
Ivanov’s vibrant image mesmerised the judging panel, who connected with its message: that the ocean is a place of wonder, colour, and life of all sizes. Taken at Ivonov’s local dive site in Bali, it was chosen from more than 15,000 images from around the world. Read More
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High Seas /
Ireland
Irish Government is the latest to ratify the UN High Seas Treaty
The critical threshold of 60 ratifications is expected to be crossed next week. Last week, the UK government moved to adopt the High Seas Treaty in Parliament - the latest step the Agreement has taken along its long journey towards ratification in Britain. Read More
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High Seas /
South America
Southwest Atlantic 'squid plundering' puts fishery at risk of collapse
Each year - as Argentine shortfin squid migrate out of Argentina’s waters - fleets of industrial jigging vessels descend on the high seas just beyond the national boundary, an area known as Mile 201. It’s a fleet so vast that its lights can be seen from space. Read More
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Hawaii /
Marine Life
'Hairy' new coral species named after Star Wars fan-favourite
The coral, named Iridogorgia chewbacca, has become known for its long, flexible branches and shiny surface. It’s the appearance of being covered in hair that this lone-standing, upright coral reminded researchers of Star Wars’ very own Wookie, Chewbacca. Read More
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