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Dominica Creates World's First Sperm Whale Marine Sanctuary to Combat Climate Change
In a groundbreaking move, the Caribbean island of Dominica has announced the establishment of the world's first marine protected area...

Rachel Harrison
Nov 17, 2023


NOAA Study Reveals Urgent Measures Needed to Save North Atlantic Right Whales
A recent study by NOAA Fisheries has sounded an alarm about the North Atlantic right whales. It says these whales are in serious danger...

Rachel Harrison
Nov 7, 2023


Ropeless Gear Program Supports Nova Scotia Fishers Amidst Whale Crisis
The Northern right whale crisis has posed significant challenges to snow crab fishers in a particular area of Nova Scotia. This season,...

Rachel Harrison
Oct 30, 2023


North Atlantic Right Whales Make Surprise Return to the Bay of Fundy After a Decade
In an unexpected turn of events in 2023, the endangered North Atlantic right whale has reappeared in the Bay of Fundy, marking its first...

Rachel Harrison
Oct 30, 2023


Biden-Harris allocates record $82 million for North Atlantic right whale protection
The Department of Commerce and NOAA have unveiled a groundbreaking initiative to protect and revive the endangered North Atlantic right...

Rachel Harrison
Oct 30, 2023


South Atlantic Council Embraces Ropeless Fish Trap Gear Advancements
The South Atlantic Fishery Management Council is embarking on a transformative journey in the world of fishing technology, considering...

Rachel Harrison
Oct 30, 2023


Hawaii's Humpback Whales Make a Return
In 1991, Hawaii was home to a population of just 5,000 humpback whales. Today, this captivating species is experiencing a truly...

Rachel Harrison
Oct 30, 2023


Iceland Resumes Commercial Whaling with Stricter Regulations and Oversight
Iceland is poised to resume commercial whaling after a temporary ban, implementing stricter regulations and enhanced supervision. The...

Rachel Harrison
Oct 30, 2023


New Study Predicts Impact of Marine Heatwaves on Ocean Predators
Scientists have made significant strides in predicting marine heatwaves' location and onset, but now they're turning their attention to...

Rachel Harrison
Oct 30, 2023


Humpback Whale Entangled in Rope Spotted in Irish Waters
In a recent and concerning discovery, a humpback whale entangled in a rope has been observed in Donegal Bay, Ireland. The Irish Whale And...

Rachel Harrison
Oct 30, 2023


Countries Agree On Historic Oceans Treaty To Protect The High Seas
In a monumental achievement, almost 200 nations have forged an unprecedented "high seas treaty" designed to ensure the well-being of...

Rachel Harrison
Oct 30, 2023


Heat Wave in Pacific Ocean Raises Concerns for Marine Life
A big hot spot of water, known as a "marine heat wave," has reached the waters of British Columbia in Canada. People are worried about...

Rachel Harrison
Oct 30, 2023


Fishermen Receive Compensation for Retrieving Discarded Traps, Safeguarding Wildlife from Abandoned
An innovative initiative is underway to combat the environmental hazards posed by abandoned fishing gear. Shrimpers and crabbers from...

Rachel Harrison
Oct 30, 2023


Positive Shift: Gray Whale Calf Count Points to Population Recovery
Encouraging news emerges as the gray whale calf count doubles during this year's spring migration, marking a significant improvement from...

Rachel Harrison
Oct 30, 2023


Oregon Extends Crab Fishing Rules to Protect Whales from Trap Rope Dangers
Oregon is taking significant conservation action by extending crab fishing regulations to safeguard humpback whales from getting ensnared...

Rachel Harrison
Oct 30, 2023


Cooperation Leads to Joint Effort to Free North Atlantic Right Whale Mother from Fishing Gear
A remarkable joint effort took place off the coast of Witless Bay, resulting in the successful liberation of mother humpback whales that...

Rachel Harrison
Oct 30, 2023


The Boys and Girls Club of Halifax joined with Project SculptShore to clean up the Bedford Basin
July 14th turned out to be a great day to clean our blue spaces and dive for debris at Africville in the Bedford Basin! The hard work by...

Rachel Harrison
Oct 30, 2023
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