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Slow Ships, Save Whales. Oceana Launches Ship Speed Watch to Protect North Atlantic Right Whales

North Atlantic right whales are critically endangered, with only about 400 individuals remaining. Fatal ship strikes and fishing gear entanglements are primary threats, causing deaths to outnumber births. Oceana Canada advocates for mandatory speed limits in key passages like the Cabot Strait to prevent further fatalities.

Oceana's Ship Speed Watch is an innovative tool that monitors ship speeds and positions in whale habitats along the East Coast. Utilizing AIS data, it displays restriction zones, emphasizing how enforced speed limits can prevent deadly collisions—a leading cause of whale injury and death.

Access Oceana Canada's full report: oceana.ca/RightWhaletoSave. Learn more about Oceana's binational campaign: www.oceana.org/RightWhaletoSave.

Oceana Participates in Fashinnovation World Oceans Day Event

Oceana recently participated in the Fashinnovation World Oceans Day Event.

The organization was represented by CEO Andy Sharpless, Ambassador Maya Gabeira, Board member Susan Rockefeller, and Chief Policy Officer Jackie Savitz.

Meet the "Unicorns of the Sea" | Oceana

The adult male narwhal is unmistakable, known for its unique tusk. This tusk, actually an upper jaw tooth, can exceed six feet in length, making it unlike any other marine mammal. Discover more in our [Marine Life Encyclopedia](https://bit.ly/2X7E3np).

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What makes comb jellies light up? | Oceana

Comb jellies shine without bioluminescence. Their cilia, or "combs," reflect light, creating a vibrant rainbow of colors.

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This eel prefers a life of solitude | Oceana

Green moray eels appear so due to yellow mucus on their brownish-grey skin. Discover more about them in our Marine Life Encyclopedia: https://bit.ly/361OV9a

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Meet one of the most venomous creatures in the world | Oceana

The box jellyfish is one of the world's most venomous creatures, featuring tentacles that can reach up to three meters long. Learn more in our Marine Life Encyclopedia.

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We can restore our oceans in 30 years | Oceana

Research suggests our oceans can be restored by 2050, with many marine species already rebounding globally. Despite this progress, plastic pollution, climate change, and overfishing still pose significant threats to these vital ecosystems.

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WATCH: This octopus collects empty coconut shells

The coconut octopus earns its name by constructing dens from discarded coconut shells found on muddy coastal seafloors. Discover more: https://bit.ly/2yAQi2B

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Mobula Rays Have Wing-Like Fins | Oceana

Explore different ray species in Oceana's Marine Life Encyclopedia: https://bit.ly/3blpPno

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WATCH: This frogfish can walk | Oceana

The scarlet frogfish, an ambush predator of Indian and Pacific coral reefs, is a master of disguise. Difficult to spot, it uses modified fins resembling legs to move and rest, which gives it its common name. Learn more: http://bit.ly/33tS4xt

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WATCH: $1M worth of shark fins seized in Miami | Oceana

Nearly $1 million in shark fins were seized at Miami's port. Demand a U.S. fin trade ban by calling for #FinBanNow: http://bit.ly/2PNaUK7

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Why our oceans need the Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act | Oceana

Our oceans are overwhelmed by plastic pollution. The U.S. Congress has introduced the Break Free From Plastic Pollution Act, a landmark bill designed to phase out single-use plastics and shift the responsibility for waste to producing companies.

Protect marine life and our oceans by urging your members of Congress to support this vital legislation. Take action now: http://bit.ly/2Ic52Ga.

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Marine heatwave killed an estimated 1 million seabirds | Oceana

A marine heatwave, "the Blob," killed 1 million seabirds in the Pacific Ocean. Learn how to combat climate change and support ocean conservation by joining Oceana at [OCEANA.ORG/JOIN](https://www.oceana.org/join).

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WATCH: Bobtail squids are masters of disguise | Oceana

The bobtail squid is a "sit and wait" predator, burying itself in the sand with its eight arms and two tentacles to ambush prey. Discover more about marine life in our encyclopedia: http://bit.ly/2HUBtsG

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On 7 December 2019, C2G convened an official UNFCCC COP25 side event on governing emerging marine

On December 7, 2019, C2G convened a UNFCCC COP25 side event to discuss governing emerging marine climate-altering techniques. Thelma Krug, Vice Chair of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), participated in the panel.

These techniques are being explored within the context of the Paris Agreement and the ocean's role in achieving its goals. However, none are ready for large-scale deployment, posing significant technological and governance challenges that require stakeholder attention.

Learn more about marine technology here.

The Nantucket Project Meeting: Paul Watson Speech

Paul Watson delivered a significant address at the 7th Annual meeting of The Nantucket Project.

Watson, a Canadian-American marine wildlife conservationist and environmental activist, founded the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society. This organization conducts anti-poaching and direct action campaigns for marine conservation.

CUTE: 5 baby sea animal names you probably didn't know | Oceana

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Half of ALL sea turtles may have already ingested plastic | Oceana

It's time to #BreakFreeFromPlastic. Learn more about our mission and how you can contribute to a healthier ocean: http://bit.ly/390gv7k

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Cownose rays seen migrating in schools of thousands to MILLIONS | Oceana

Named for its distinctive head shape, the cownose ray is a moderately sized stingray native to the western Atlantic Ocean. Discover more in our Marine Life Encyclopedia: http://bit.ly/38TIHs6

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WATCH: Sea urchins are devouring kelp forests | Oceana

Pacific purple sea urchins are easily identified by their distinctive color. Covered in pincers, tube feet, and purple spines, they use these ball-and-socket jointed spines for feeding and protection. Discover more in our Marine Life Encyclopedia: http://bit.ly/314vM48

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The Thinking Game | Full documentary | Tribeca Film Festival official selection

The inside story of the AI breakthrough that won a Nobel Prize.

The Thinking Game takes you on a journey into the heart of leading AI lab DeepMind, capturing a team striving to unravel the mysteries of intelligence and life itself.

Filmed over five years by the award-winning team behind AlphaGo, the documentary examines how DeepMind co-founder Demis Hassabis’s extraordinary beginnings shaped his lifelong pursuit of artificial general intelligence. It chronicles the rigorous process of scientific discovery, documenting how the team moved from mastering complex strategy games to solving the 50-year-old "protein folding problem" with AlphaFold - a breakthrough that would win a Nobel Prize.

Following its world premiere at the Tribeca Festival and a successful international tour, the film is now available here to watch for free.


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Director Greg Kohs
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The Thinking Game | Full documentary | Tribeca Film Festival official selection