In the face of global warming, scientists have discovered corals capable of adapting to warmer seawater, opening new possibilities for the protection of coral reefs. This groundbreaking discovery, demonstrating corals’ resilience to rising temperatures, could revolutionize the methods for their restoration and conservation.
Discoveries by scientists from Curtin University and Mote Marine Laboratory show that restrictions on reef shark fishing in marine protected areas (MPAs) can double the conservation benefits, significantly contributing to the recovery of endangered populations. The study published in Nature Ecology and Evolution indicates that a comprehensive approach combining the protection of entire reefs with national fishing regulations is crucial for the survival of reef sharks and the health of marine ecosystems.
The Treaty on Biodiversity in Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) is crucial for the protection of the oceans, covering areas that are a common good for all nations. Intense negotiations that started in 2018 led to the establishment of strong legal frameworks for the protection of marine biological diversity. This historic agreement, adopted by nearly 200 UN member states, calls for countries to ratify it to achieve the goal of protecting 30% of international waters by 2025.
On June 8th, we celebrate World Oceans Day, an event that highlights the crucial role of oceans in our ecosystem and the need to protect them. Learn about initiatives around the world and see how you can help protect these invaluable resources.
The Aquatic Expo 2024, one of the largest aquarium events in the USA, gathered enthusiasts of marine, freshwater, and terrarium ecosystems in Charlotte, offering access to the latest technologies and products. This event, full of contests, workshops, and seminars, attracted international exhibitors and experts, becoming a key place for knowledge and experience exchange in the aquarium community.
Kelp forests, also known as seaweed forests, play a significant role as natural carbon storages, which is crucial for reducing carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere. Recent research highlights their importance in biodiversity conservation and as natural barriers protecting coastlines, opening new possibilities for sustainable development and marine environmental protection.
The Ocean Cleanup organization, focused on removing plastic from the oceans, has achieved significant success by collecting its hundredth load of waste from the Pacific Ocean. Their innovative method of using floating systems that collect plastic using ocean currents has proven effective, which contributes to the protection of marine ecosystems.
Greece is taking the lead in European efforts to protect marine ecosystems, announcing a ban on bottom trawling in all its protected marine areas by 2030. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis declared at the Our Ocean conference that the ban will be implemented by 2026 in three national marine parks, including the largest in the Eastern Mediterranean Sea.
Reef Factory announces a groundbreaking innovation: salt in tablet form, designed to simplify the maintenance of marine aquariums by enabling quick and easy preparation of saltwater with consistent parameters.
Scientists from Wageningen University are warning of an invasion of lionfish, which, by adapting to the colder waters of the Mediterranean Sea, may threaten its biodiversity. Research shows that these predators, previously absent from these areas, could seriously disrupt the ecosystem balance, affecting local fish species.