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The largest global mission to discover ocean life 🔎🐙 Founded by Nekton & The Nippon Foundation. Endorsed by the UN Ocean Decade. Website: oceancensus.org/ Join the Science Network: oceancensus.org/science/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/oceancensus

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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
57 new species discovered by scientists from the Ocean Census Science Network, in partnership with @schmidtocean.bsky.social, CONICET Dialoga and Museo Argentino de Ciencias Naturales. Read the press release: oceancensus.org/press-releas...
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57 new marine species discovered in Argentina’s submarine canyons
Ocean Census and Schmidt Ocean Institute fast-track South Atlantic discoveries in Buenos Aires, as a viral deep-sea expedition leads to new species breakthroughs.
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
The coffee is poured, the microscopes are set! This week a team of taxonomists begin identifying new species from expeditions to the Southern Ocean and South Atlantic. oceancensus.org/unlocking-po...
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The SSI2 Chile Margin Species Discovery Workshop
In September 2026, a group of global marine taxonomists will come together in Punta Arenas, Chile for the Schmidt Ocean Institute SSI2 Chile Margin Species Discovery Workshop.
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
A new species discovery workshop begins this week in Punta Arenas Chile. Scientists are working through samples from recent expeditions to the South Sandwich Islands, Bellingshausen Sea and Chile Margin. Find out more about the workshop: oceancensus.org/unlocking-po...
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C. Chen @ Jamsteeeec @squamiferum.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
[New Paper] Names two new species of protobranch bivalves in the genus Pseudoneilonella + moves a known species to this genus. First records of the genus from NW Pacific! From our 2025 JAMSTEC x @oceancensus.bsky.social cruise. Out now @jconch.bsky.social , OPEN ACCESS: doi.org/10.61733/jco...
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
[6/6] A huge thank you to everyone involved for two weeks of dedication, knowledge sharing and teamwork, and to our workshop hosts, Universidad Maimónides, and partners, @schmidtocean.bsky.social, for making the workshop possible.
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
[5/6] Collaboration was at the heart of the workshop's success. Early career researchers worked alongside internationally recognised taxonomic specialists, sharing expertise, building taxonomic capacity and accelerating the process of species discovery.
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
[4/6] The next step is to register the new species in Ocean Census NOVA, the world’s only open-access data platform dedicated to the discovery of marine species.
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
[3/6] Together, scientists worked through a large volume of marine specimens collected during four expeditions, studying potential new species of octocorals, sea cucumbers, crinoids, sea pens, copepods, tusk shells and hard corals.
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
[2/6] This workshop included a team of Argentinian and international researchers from the Ocean Census Science Network, and our fantastic local team who helped coordinate the workshop in Buenos Aires.
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
[1/6] Celebrating a fantastic two weeks of species discovery in Buenos Aires. 👏🪸 Over the past fortnight, 18 scientists came together for an Ocean Census Species Discovery Workshop, hosted by Universidad Maimónides in partnership with @schmidtocean.bsky.social.
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School of Ocean & Earth Science @sotonoceanearth.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Great to receive funding from Ocean Census for @chrisgoatley.bsky.social expedition to expand sampling in the Solomon Islands, helping the team discover new species and document reef life in one of the world’s most important marine biodiversity regions.
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Kara Layton @molluscular.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Congratulations to our very own Giada Spagliardi! 🧬 🐚
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
Looking forward to following your work, Chris! Many congratulations again.
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 17/07/2026
📢 Opportunity for the marine science community If you're looking to build your skills in marine biodiversity assessment and taxonomy, this workshop by SponBIODIV may be of interest. 🗓️ Applications close: 15 August 2026 Apply here: forms.gle/sGtsDDrM5wKi... Learn more: www.sponbiodiv.org
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
This year, the Ocean Census is proud to support four exceptional scientists on expeditions around the world. 🌍 From the Solomon Islands and the French Mediterranean, to the deep waters of Trinidad and Tobago and the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. Meet the awardees: oceancensus.org/the-ocean-ce...
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The Ocean Census Announces 2026 Expedition Awardees
The Ocean Census is proud to announce the four recipients of the 2026 Ocean Census Expedition Awards.
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Species discovery is underway in Argentina. Find out more about the latest workshop, bringing together international teams of scientists to discover new species from the South Atlantic oceancensus.org/revealing-th... Thank you to workshop partners @schmidtocean.bsky.social.
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The Ocean Census Schmidt Ocean Institute Argentina Species Discovery Workshop
In July 2026, taxonomic experts will gather for the Ocean Census Schmidt Ocean Institute (SOI) Argentina Species Discovery Workshop.
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Our favourite news of the week! www.bbc.co.uk/sport/footba...
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World Cup 2026: Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha honoured by name to new species
A new species of sea slug has been named after Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha to mark his performance against Spain at the World Cup.
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
[2/2] Find out more about the 2026 Species Discovery Awards here: oceancensus.org/the-ocean-ce...
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The Ocean Census Announces 2025 Species Discovery Awardees
The Ocean Census is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 Species Discovery Awards - a celebration of the pioneering scientists and taxonomists driving the discovery and description of life in ...
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Congratulations Dr Anna Stepien! www.uni.lodz.pl/en/students-...
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Dr Anna Stępień Honoured with an Ocean Census 2026 Species Discovery Award
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Our pleasure, Tom. Best of luck with your discoveries!
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
New species of cleftclam, discovered on the Japan expedition last year!
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C. Chen @ Jamsteeeec @squamiferum.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
[New Paper] Describes and names a new species of cleftclam: Thyasira okutanii! It was discovered from deep-sea cold seeps in the Pacific coast of Japan during the JAMSTEC x @oceancensus.bsky.social expedition last year. Out now in The Nautilus, read for FREE: www.researchgate.net/publication/...
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
The Ocean Census Species Discovery Awards provide financial support to help scientists work through specimen collections. Meet the 14 taxonomists supported this year. oceancensus.org/the-ocean-ce...
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The Ocean Census Announces 2025 Species Discovery Awardees
The Ocean Census is proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 Species Discovery Awards - a celebration of the pioneering scientists and taxonomists driving the discovery and description of life in ...
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
😉 Polychaetes vibing in their glass sponge castle! We love the structure of this gorgeous sponge and the polychaetes living within.
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
Thank you for sharing the news, Dawn 💙
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Thank you Ricardo! We'd love to see any imagery inspired by newly discovered species. Please do tag us in posts created so we can see them 🤩
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
“If we do not know what species exist, how can we fully understand food webs, ecosystem resilience or the true impact of climate change on marine systems?” Read the full article at @forbes.com: www.forbes.com/sites/meliss...
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Scientists Discover Over A Thousand New Ocean Species In Landmark Deep Sea Exploration
From deep sea ghost sharks to symbiotic worms and unusual crustaceans, scientists have identified 1,121 new marine species in a single year through the Ocean Census initiative.
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GBIF España/Spain @gbif.es · 19/05/2026
Ocean Census identifica 1.121 nuevas especies marinas en un año, desde aguas someras hasta 6.575 m de profundidad. El proyecto acelera el conocimiento de la vida oceánica cuando el 90 % de las especies aún no se han descrito: 🔗 efeverde.com/lo-que-el-ma... @oceancensus.bsky.social @efeverde.com
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Lo que el mar esconde: descubren más de 1.100 nuevas especies en un sólo año - EFE Verde
Descubren en un solo año más de 1.100 especies marinas. El 90 % de la vida oceánica sigue sin conocerse y mucha se extinguirá antes de ser catalogada
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Thank you for sharing the news. We would like to extend a huge thank you and congratulations to all the scientists within the Ocean Census Science Network, whose hard work and dedication contributed to these new discoveries.
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Every new species begins with the work of scientists, taxonomists, crews, and partners across a global network dedicated to exploring ocean life. 🌊🔬 This video captures just a glimpse of the expeditions, discoveries, and collaboration behind a landmark year for species discovery.
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
📣 ANNOUNCEMENT 📣 In a landmark third year for the Ocean Census, we announce the discovery of 1,121 new marine species in a single year - a 54% increase in annual species discovery. Dive into the full announcement: oceancensus.org/press-releas...
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Over 1,100 New Marine Species Discovered | Ocean Census
Scientists discover over 1,100 new marine species in landmark Ocean Census - the world’s largest mission to accelerate species discovery.
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
🐚 Aplus dissimilis is a newly described West African sea snail that had long been misidentified in scientific literature. A reminder that new species discoveries can also come from revisiting old specimens and names. 📄 Nappo & Stahlschmidt (2026) Playing hide and seek...
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
🐚 Nihonia morrisoni is a newly described deep-sea predatory sea snail from Western Australia. Named after Hugh Morrison for his contributions to marine mollusc research and Australian shell biodiversity. 📄 Stahlschmidt & Nappo (2026) Description of a new Nihonia species from Western Australia.
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
New species alert! 🚨🐚 Congratulations to 2025 Species Discovery Awardee Peter Stahlschmidt and colleague Andrea Nappo for describing two new gastropod species, now registered with the Ocean Census and published in the scientific literature. Meet Nihonia morrisoni and Aplus dissimilis 👇
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
A final reminder that the deadline for applications to the Ocean Census Expedition Awards is Tuesday 12th May. This is funding available for scientists who are going on existing expeditions. Apply and info here: oceancensus.org/expedition-a...
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Chris Mah @echinoblog.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
Asterophilia hanging out around the mouth of this Fromia! and by the way.. the genus means "Star love" #wormwednesday #etymology www.inaturalist.org/observations...
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Asterophilia carlae
Asterophilia carlae from Raja Ampat, Papua Barat, Indonesia on January 9, 2019 at 07:39 AM by David R
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
[2/2] A huge thank you to the scientists in the Ocean Census Science Network who are driving this mission forward. And we’re only just getting started. With more expeditions, workshops and discoveries ahead, 2026 is set to be a defining year for ocean science. oceancensus.org/how-the-cens...
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
[1/2] It’s been a remarkable first four months of 2026. From species discovery workshops uniting scientists in Australia, South Africa and Germany, to taxonomists around the world registering newly discovered species, we’re rapidly building a clearer picture of the ocean’s biodiversity...
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
This #EarthDay we recognise the other 70%... Ocean! 🐙🪸🐠🦐 The ocean is the largest living space on our planet, and yet we know comparatively little about its inhabitants. Here are some of the figures that are driving our species discovery mission at Ocean Census. oceancensus.org/how-the-cens...
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Species Discovery Awards close 30th April 2026 Expedition Awards close 12th May 2026 Best of luck to all applicants!
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
The Ocean Census Awards are enabling scientists around the world to accelerate species discovery. Hear from previous awardees 👇 and if you’re eligible, don’t miss your chance to apply. 🔍 Species Discovery Awards oceancensus.org/species-disc... 🚢 Expedition Awards oceancensus.org/expedition-a...
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
⏰ Species Discovery Awards webinar rescheduled Due to unforeseen circumstances, today’s webinar is postponed. We’ll contact all attendees with a new date shortly. Thank you for your understanding. In the meantime, please review the application criteria here: oceancensus.org/species-disc...
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Ocean Census Awards Programme | Discover Life
Species Discovery Awards to support taxonomists, biodiversity & community scientists in marine species discovery. Ocean Census awards.
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IEO Gijón/Xixón @gi.ieo.es · 20/04/2026
Nuestro compañero Javier Cristobo participa en esta publicación del @oceancensus.bsky.social que pone en valor las ilustraciones científicas. #DiaMundialdelArte oceancensus.org/the-prevaili...
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The prevailing artform of taxonomic illustrations  - Ocean Census
This World Art Day (15th April), the Ocean Census is highlighting the enduring craft of scientific illustrations.
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
Today the spotlight goes to Species Discovery Awardee Svetlana Maslakova, whose work with colleagues in Southeastern Australia and Timor Leste has discovered an incredible 100 new species of marine worms. 🪱 Images: Gustav Paulay and Svetlana Maslakova
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
✏️ How does art help scientists discover new species? Even with today’s technology, the simple act of putting pencil to paper is a useful tool for taxonomists. On #WorldArtDay, hear from members of the Ocean Census Science Network who use illustration in their work: oceancensus.org/the-prevaili...
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The prevailing artform of taxonomic illustrations  - Ocean Census
This World Art Day (15th April), the Ocean Census is highlighting the enduring craft of scientific illustrations. 
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Looking to join a marine expedition - but need funding support? 🚢👇 The Ocean Census Expedition Awards are now OPEN for applications. 📣 Find out more and apply oceancensus.org/expedition-a... 📣 Q&A for help with application www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-ocean-... Applications close Tues 12th May.
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
Through the Species Discovery Awards, Agustín and team have discovered 8 new species of sea anemones from Austral Patagonia, Argentina. 🪸🔍 Species Spotlight: Collected in 2010 from the San Julián Peninsula, Harenactis sp. is morphologically distinct from the only two other known Harenactis species.
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
Catch up on our recent article. Over 110 new species discovered in the Coral Sea with CSIRO and partners. Congratulations to all the scientists in the Ocean Census Science Network who contributed to these discoveries. oceancensus.org/more-than-11...
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More than 110 new species from the Coral Sea Discovered - Ocean Census
Marine taxonomists from CSIRO and the Ocean Census have identified more than 110 new fish and invertebrate species from the Coral Sea.
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
Funding for species discovery 💡 Interested in applying but would like to know more? We are holding two Q&A sessions this month to help with your application. Q&A April 8th - www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-ocean-... Q&A April 20th www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-ocean-...
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Ocean Census @oceancensus.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Dr Claire Rowe is Collection Manager of Marine Invertebrates at @australianmuseum.bsky.social, and as a scientist she specialises in jellies! 🪼💙 Claire was part of the Ocean Census and CSIRO workshop team in Brisbane who contributed to the discovery of over 110 new species. 🤩
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