Manatees sleep 10-12 hours daily, often taking power naps.

Help protect these creatures and other endangered species from extinction. Add your name to support their defense: https://bit.ly/2TYtwqC #StopExtinction

Female humpback whales are known to form strong bonds, often having "best friends." This fascinating social behavior underscores the complex lives of marine mammals.

You can help ensure these whales and their friendships are protected for generations. Add your name to support marine mammal conservation and #DefendMarineMammals.

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Octopuses are renowned for their mastery of disguise, but the mimic octopus elevates this ability to an extraordinary level.

Discover more about the ocean's most fascinating creatures by exploring Oceana's Marine Encyclopedia: Oceana's Marine Encyclopedia.

A new Southern Resident orca calf was recently spotted, the first live birth seen in this critically endangered species since 2015. While this is positive news, these orcas still face significant threats and need urgent help.

Their survival depends on immediate support. Add your name to help save Southern Resident orcas and #StopExtinction by signing up here.

Southern Resident orcas, known for their intricate social pods, are in critical danger. Only 75 individuals remain, and a devastating nearly 70% of pregnancies end in miscarriage.

These beloved orcas urgently need our help to avoid extinction. Do your part to save them: https://bit.ly/2sSNw24 #StopExtinction.

For eco-friendly canned tuna, look for the "pole and line" label. It’s today’s most sustainable choice.

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May your days be merry and bright, just like these comb jellies!

These marine creatures produce a fantastic light show in the ocean. They achieve this through a combination of diffracting light via cilia movement and bioluminescence.

It's a truly dazzling display. (🎥: Ryan M. Bolton)

Thanks to your support, Oceana achieved significant victories in 2018. We aim to build on this success and go even further in 2019.

Your year-end donation will have double the impact, helping us continue our vital work. Please donate before December 31st: Donate Now.

Oceans offer immense benefits.

Beyond buffering storm damage, they generate half the oxygen we breathe and provide many other unexpected contributions.

Sea turtles face severe threats, with all six species in U.S. waters listed as endangered or threatened. Thousands are killed annually by fishing gear, while marine debris, oil pollution, habitat loss, and climate change further jeopardize their survival.

Your donation empowers Oceana's campaigns to reduce bycatch, protect critical habitats, stop new offshore drilling, and fight plastic pollution, directly addressing these urgent issues.

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Our oceans face a massive and growing threat from everyday plastics. Plastic pollution is a critical issue, with shocking facts highlighting its devastating impact on marine environments.

To learn more about how you can join Oceana in the #BreakFreeFromPlastic movement, visit our website.

Patrick Wilson, who stars as Orm/Ocean Master in Aquaman, invites you to become an #OceanHero. Join Oceana in protecting the world’s oceans. Oceana has achieved over 200 victories globally, safeguarding more than 4.5 million square miles of ocean. However, the vital fight for marine conservation continues.

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Sharks and their ray relatives exhibit a remarkable diversity in pupil shapes and eye sizes. These varied adaptations offer crucial insights into their hunting strategies and daily lives.

Such unique eye characteristics provide significant clues, revealing much about the distinct lifestyles of these fascinating creatures.

The Trump Administration has authorized companies to use seismic airgun blasting in the ocean to search for oil. This practice is highly disruptive and harmful to marine life and ecosystems.

Such seismic exploration is the initial phase of a process that ultimately leads to expanded offshore drilling, which is often described as dirty and dangerous.

The Trump Administration has authorized companies to use seismic airgun blasting in the ocean to search for oil.

This practice is highly disruptive and harmful to marine life. It also represents the initial phase of a process that will lead to hazardous offshore drilling, posing significant environmental risks.

Not all "vampires" reside in Transylvania; some infest underwater pens of farmed salmon. Tiny parasites called sea lice make life miserable for both farmed and wild fish, weakening adults and killing juveniles.

These bloodsuckers pose a dual threat: the lice themselves harm fish, and the pesticides used to control them can be toxic to other marine life. Their prevalence signals a critical need for improved practices in certain salmon farms.

Acclaimed actor, producer, and director Sam Waterston is a dedicated champion for our oceans and a major supporter of Oceana. At Oceana's New York Gala in October, Waterston delivered an inspiring speech that captivated the audience, encouraging everyone to #StandForOceans.

We hope his powerful message inspires you. Join Sam in supporting Oceana and learn more about their vital work here: Oceana Support.

The Magnuson-Stevens Act (MSA) is our essential fisheries law, vital for ensuring healthy fisheries and abundant waters for future generations. Efforts to weaken the MSA are shortsighted and threaten our fisheries. Fishermen nationwide urge decision-makers to keep this law strong, ensuring our oceans remain full of fish.

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Poke, a popular raw tuna dish, raises significant sustainability concerns. Tracking the origin of yellowfin or bigeye tuna used in poke is often difficult, highlighting broader issues in the seafood supply chain.

This lack of transparency is common across the seafood industry, leaving consumers with little information about what they eat. To combat seafood fraud and promote sustainable practices, Oceana is actively working on solutions. Learn more about their efforts: https://bit.ly/2FvJLZo

Southern Resident Orcas, iconic to the Pacific Northwest and frequenting Washington's Salish Sea, face a critical struggle for survival.

This endangered population made national headlines this summer after a newborn calf died, with its mother carrying the body for 17 days in apparent grief. A month later, a young female disappeared and is now presumed dead, further reducing the population to a mere 74 whales.