11 Protected Mobula Rays Seized in Bali Amid Marine Conservation Concerns
Recent wildlife incidents along Bali’s western coast highlight the importance of protecting vulnerable marine species.
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How Do Coral Reefs Recover After a Disaster?
Coral reefs are among the richest ecosystems on Earth. Yet they are also among the
Ghost Nets: The Plastic Traps That Never Stop Fishing
Beneath the surface, a fishing net drifts slowly with the currents. No fisherman is searching
What Really Happens to Plastic That Ends Up in the Ocean? From Manufacturing to Microplastics
Every year, millions of tonnes of plastic enter the world’s oceans. Yet when we look
Blue Carbon: The Coastal Ecosystems Helping Protect Our Climate
At low tide, the tangled roots of mangrove forests slowly emerge from the mud. Just
Ocean Currents: The Invisible Highways of the Oceans
From the coastline, oceans can sometimes appear motionless. Yet immense ocean currents continuously circulate around
Whale Sharks: Understanding the Largest Fish in the World
Found across several tropical oceans, the whale shark remains one of the most observed and
Plastic pollution: a real threat to the oceans
Plastic pollution is now one of the major threats to marine ecosystems. Every year, millions
Why do seabirds travel so far to feed?
Seabirds travel impressive distances to find their food. Some cross several thousand kilometers during a
Mangroves: coastal forests that protect life and climate
Between sea and land, mangroves shelter exceptional biodiversity and act as a natural shield against
Why do green turtles return to lay their eggs in the same place?
Sukamade Beach stretches like a golden ribbon beaten by the Indian Ocean. Every night, between
Galapagos Gannets: Learn More
Spectacular and mysterious, the blue-footed booby of the Galápagos captivates naturalists, biologists, and photographers around
Marine iguanas: the dragons of the Galapagos
Born on hostile volcanic islands, marine iguanas have achieved a unique feat in the animal
How waves are formed: the origins of the ocean’s breath?
Behind every wave lies a precise mechanism. First, the wind transmits its energy to the
Climate: What Is a Marine Heatwave?
Marine heatwaves, still little known to the general public, have been on the rise since
New Zealand sea lions
On the remote shores of New Zealand’s South Island and in the cold waters of
Clownfish: Symbiosis and Mutualism
The clownfish (Amphiprioninae) lives in the coral reefs of the Indo-Pacific. Its association with sea
The Bajau of Kota Kinabalu: A story between land and sea
In Kota Kinabalu, the capital of the Malaysian state of Sabah, a maritime community maintains
The Purple Gorgon: An Endemic Mediterranean Jewel
The purple gorgonian (Paramuricea clavata) is a Mediterranean reef treasure. This cnidarian, closely related to
The Marine Crocodile: Giant of Australian Estuaries
The crocodile is the closest living descendant of the dinosaurs. A solitary animal and formidable
Manta rays, the dancers of the ocean
Dancing in the warm waters of tropical and subtropical oceans, manta rays are the largest
Seaweed Farming in Lembongan: A Sustainable Model for the Future?
Between Bali and Nusa Penida, a small island stands out as a true jewel of
Leatherback Turtle: Size, Migration and the Secrets of the World’s Largest Sea Turtle
Larger than any other living turtle and capable of crossing entire oceans, the leatherback is