The unusual frogfish is a master of disguise, blending into its surroundings to confuse prey. These bottom dwellers use their adapted pectoral fins to walk across the ocean floor. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3zQKeie

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Harp seal pups are born with white coats, maturing into adults with silver-white fur and distinctive black, harp-shaped markings that give them their name.

Warming oceans pose an existential threat to these ice-dwelling seals. Oceana campaigns against climate change drivers like offshore drilling and promotes renewable energy. Support our work by making a [symbolic harp seal adoption](https://bit.ly/3o7nlEU); all gifts protect marine life.

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Fishing gear entanglements have devastating consequences for North Atlantic right whales. This heartbreaking situation cannot continue.

The U.S. and Canadian governments must act decisively to protect these whales before the species disappears forever.

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The fried egg jellyfish earns its name from its distinctive domed yellow bell, which resembles a cracked egg floating in water. Learn more about this fascinating creature in our Marine Life Encyclopedia: https://bit.ly/3JLY5Lm

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Dr. Cathy Fitzgerald's talk, "Stories for a Wiser Forestry," at Edinburgh Botanic Gardens on March 27, 2023, addressed "The Right Tree in the Right Place." Responding to urgent IPCC warnings, she advocates for wiser ecological permanent forestry as an alternative to ecocidal clear-fell monoculture, fostering enduring well-being.

Fitzgerald's work, including her Hollywood Forest Story blog at HollywoodForest.com, details transforming a 2-acre conifer plantation into a resilient mixed-species forest. This innovative case study, recognized by Creative Carbon Scotland (link), promotes a shift to a life-promoting Symbiocene era. Her ecoliteracy courses at HaumeaEcoversity.ie further advance this global cultural shift towards sustainability.

Unlike true jellyfish, comb jellies don't use bioluminescence to shine. Instead, their cilia, called "combs," reflect light, creating a vibrant rainbow of colors.

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The saltwater crocodile, the largest living reptile, is a formidable predator. Its jaws can deliver a crushing bite force of 37,000 pounds per square inch. Learn more: bit.ly/3FE8hnU

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Mantis shrimp are remarkable ocean predators. Some species deliver punches as fast as a .22 caliber bullet, using this incredible force to crack open the shells of clams and crabs.

Beyond their powerful strikes, these crustaceans also boast the most complex eyes in the entire animal kingdom.

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Global wildfires are intensifying due to climate and land-use changes, with a projected 30% increase by 2050. Mitigating this growing risk is crucial for protecting human health and ecosystems.

Robots are increasingly vital for first responders, detecting, monitoring, and extinguishing blazes in hazardous environments too dangerous for human entry. An AI for Good webinar, streamed on January 18, 2023, showcased the next generation of autonomous firefighting robots, designed to work alongside emergency workers, enhancing safety and effectiveness on the front line.

Amazon, the world's largest retailer, generated an estimated 709 million pounds of plastic packaging waste last year from its e-commerce operations. This represents an 18% increase from 2020, equating to enough plastic to circle the Earth over 800 times in the form of air pillows.

Oceana reports that up to 26 million pounds of this plastic, primarily damaging plastic film, is projected to pollute the world's waterways and seas, posing a significant threat to marine life.

View the full report here: The Cost of Amazon's Plastic Denial

Thanks to your support, Oceana achieved significant ocean victories in 2022.

Together, we can save our oceans and help feed the world.

Watch Oceana's "Keep Oceans Fishy" series, featuring "Women in Fisheries Science & Ocean Conservation." This episode highlights incredible women dedicated to protecting ocean resources.

The panel includes Cirse Gonzalez (Virginia Institute of Marine Science), Dr. Lyda Harris (The Boeing Company), Emily Selinger (Emily's Oysters), and Suraida Nañez-James (Gulf Reach and NOAA Ocean Exploration). They share insights on conservation through science, policy, business, education, and advocacy.

Their work aims to inspire the next generation to use ocean science and keep our oceans fishy.

Oceana celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with a bilingual, bicoastal #KeepOceansFishy event. Held in Southern California, New York, and Florida, it highlighted Hispanic and Latinx leaders in fisheries and marine conservation.

Guests included Tatiana Castro (Billion Oyster Project), Carlos Callado (WILDCOAST), and Reinaldo Diaz (Lake Worth Waterkeeper). They shared insights from their careers, covering marine protected areas, watershed protection, and oyster reef restoration.

Watch the conversation and take action here: www.oceana.org/keepoceansfishy.

The #KeepOceansFishy event recently highlighted the Gullah/Geechee Seafood Festival, held last month on Hunting Island, SC. This initiative draws attention to the remarkable history and heritage of the Gullah/Geechee people.

Residing on the Sea Islands of the Southeast coast, the Gullah/Geechee have sustained treasured West African traditions and a unique way of life since European colonization. Their profound cultural impact on our coast is undeniable.

Learn how to help protect Gullah/Geechee seafood traditions and ensure our oceans remain vibrant and fishy.

In this Ocean Steward Spotlight, we feature Manjula Tiwari, President of the Ocean Ecology Network. Her nonprofit organization is dedicated to science-based conservation and management strategies for global projects.

Manjula's work focuses on sea turtles, addressing nesting beach ecology, the impact of fisheries, and developing holistic conservation strategies across Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and the South Pacific. Support her vital work at oceanecology.org.

Oceana actively combats destructive fishing practices and ocean pollution. These efforts create a significant ripple effect.

By addressing these threats, we protect and restore vital marine habitats. This work is essential for ensuring the health and abundance of our oceans.