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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 9h

From our ocean’s depths to our unique coastal communities, @fisheries.noaa.gov’s mission to steward marine life & ocean ecosystems is vital. Just some of the services that NOAA Fisheries delivers include… 🐟 Keeping fisheries sustainable 🌿 Supporting healthy marine ecosystems #NationalSeafoodMonth

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 28/09/2026

Introducing our newest Protect Where We Play Team Ocean Captain: Hans Henken! ⛵️

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 25/09/2026

Inspiring. Powerful. Action-oriented. Don't just take our word for it—spend a few minutes watching our Foreign Policy conversation with Ocean Conservancy Climate VP Fatima Candace Vahlsing and NFL 2X All-Pro vet and Protect Where We Play Team Ocean Coach Ovie Mughelli: vimeo.com/1229880314/1...

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 24/09/2026

This #WorldMaritimeDay, you can help advocate for safer, cleaner shipping. 🚢 The truth is, no matter where we live across the country, most of us rely on global shipping for everyday products. And while shipping plays a large role in the U.S. economy, it also exacerbates climate change. ⚠️

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 23/09/2026

Meet our newest Protect Where We Play Team Ocean Coach: Amani Toomer! 🏈 This NFL veteran and Super Bowl XLII champion's professional history is legendary, and we know his impact on the future of our ocean will be, too. Welcome to Team Ocean, Amani! 🌊

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 22/09/2026

Save the date! Our #ClimateWeekNYC event with NFL vet and Protect Where We Play Team Ocean Coach Ovie Mughelli and our Climate VP Fatima Candace Vahlsing on Sept. 24 is being livestreamed: foreignpolicy.com/events/fp-un...

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 19/09/2026

ROLL CALL! 🌊 🗣️ 🌊 #InternationalCoastalCleanup Day is HERE, and we couldn’t be more excited to celebrate 41 years of fighting to end ocean plastic pollution with you! Where are YOU cleaning up this ICC Day? 📍 Comment and let us know, and don't forget to tag us in your posts! 🌎

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 18/09/2026

A LOT of trash can be collected at cleanups, but our Clean Swell® app makes it easy to track all the types of debris you find. Be sure to download the app before heading out to a cleanup this September! ✅ 📲 bit.ly/4ozqLKF

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 17/09/2026

One of our favorite days of the year is almost here! 🎉 Book your weekend plans: Join millions of global volunteers on a mission to protect our ocean from plastic pollution this #InternationalCoastalCleanup Day! 🌊 🔗 bit.ly/3AU8J1S

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 16/09/2026

Ingested plastics have been found in nearly 1,300 marine species, including all families of seabirds and marine mammals and all sea turtle species. But how much plastic is TOO much? How much is really deadly to marine wildlife? Find out: bit.ly/4r9lonl

Image of a gannet resting seaside. Photographed by Jonny Gios.

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 16/09/2026

Meet our newest Protect Where We Play Team Ocean Coach: Ovie Mughelli! 🏈 Ovie is an award-winning, 2x All-Pro NFL veteran who continues to leverage his platform as an environmental & sustainability leader, wellness advocate, author, media correspondent and medical consulting business owner.

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 15/09/2026

Heading to Climate Week? Join us at our panel, “Reading the Waves, Protecting the Future: Putting the Ocean at the Heart of Development.” 🌊 Thursday, Sept. 24 🌊 1:45 PM 🌊 Studio Gather | 10 W 51st St., New York, NY 10111 🌊 Not at #ClimateWeekNYC? Watch live: foreignpolicy.com/events/fp-un...

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 14/09/2026

What if the plastic you cleaned up had ended up in the bellies of ocean animals instead of your trash bag? Now featured in the Clean Swell® app, our Wildlife Impact Calculator can help you estimate the potential benefit of your cleanup for marine wildlife. WildlifeImpactCalculator.org

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 03/09/2026

An alarming new report released by the United Nations this week revealed that the global temperature rise will exceed 1.5°C, likely within the next few years. But every 10th of a degree of warming we can prevent through immediate action makes a difference for our health, ocean and planet.

Graphic with quote "A future full of fish to catch, clean air to breathe and thriving coastal communities is still possible for our children, but we must make real investments now. Our ocean is a major part of the solution. Investing in clean energy, such as offshore wind, reducing emissions from shipping, and exploring carbon removal are critical to making that vision a reality.”

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 29/08/2026

Did you know horseshoe crabs are basically living fossils? 😮 The oldest known species was discovered in 2008 and is estimated to be nearly 450 million years old. Their physiology has remained largely unchanged over time. Ancient *and* awesome, if you ask us! 🌊 Learn more: bit.ly/45OGPQW

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 25/08/2026

No matter where we live, many of us rely on global shipping for everyday products. And while shipping plays a large role in the U.S. economy … it also plays a large role in exacerbating climate change. 🚢 💨

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Support Safer, Cleaner Shipping

No matter where we live, many of us rely on global shipping for everyday products. And while shipping plays a large role in the U.S. economy…it also plays a large role in exacerbating climate change. ...

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 25/08/2026

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Support Safer, Cleaner Shipping

No matter where we live, many of us rely on global shipping for everyday products. And while shipping plays a large role in the U.S. economy…it also plays a large role in exacerbating climate change. ...

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 24/08/2026

Did you know? 🌿 Manatees can weigh up to around 1,200 pounds and eat about 10% of their body weight in seagrass and mangrove leaves every day! Learn all about these gentle giants and how you can help us protect the vulnerable habitats they depend on: bit.ly/4xouOgY

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Anja Brandon, PhD @anjabrandon.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

It shouldn't take a PhD to know what's recyclable. (I have one and I still second-guess myself) Check out my new op-ed in @thehill.com (reposted by @washingtonpost.com) on the Truth in Labeling Act and why "recyclable" needs to actually mean something. @oceanconservancy.org tinyurl.com/298ujujm

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What Congress can do about the plastics industry and that chasing arrows symbol

The Truth in Labeling Act would create clear federal rules about when a product can be labeled “recyclable,” “compostable,” or “reusable.”

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 22/08/2026

Though cone snail shells are often colorful and intricately patterned, that is *not* an invitation to be touched or picked up! ⚠️ These are actually some of the most venomous animals in the world, so you can look ... but DON'T touch! ✋ Learn more (from a distance): bit.ly/4gkpeqe

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 20/08/2026

We're thrilled to partner with Jupiter Narrows Conservation Alliance & Andrew "Red" Harris Foundation to restore disappearing mangrove islands in Indian River Lagoon. This multi-year project will give mangrove islands a new lease on life, help revitalize the ecosystem & reverse decades of erosion.

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 19/08/2026

If you ask people which American states depend on the ocean, Kansas probably wouldn't top the list. No beaches, no ports, no salt air. But the ocean does not stop mattering at the shoreline. Learn how the Sunflower State reveals why our ocean matters far beyond the coast: bit.ly/4bXyhuT

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What Kansas Can Teach Us About NOAA

Kansas is a powerful reminder of something ocean lovers everywhere have long understood: The ocean does not stop mattering at the shoreline.

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 15/08/2026

It's true: Scientists have more detailed maps of the moon than of the deep seafloor! 🗺 What makes the deep sea harder to explore than the moon, and how do scientists actually study the deep sea? And why does deep-sea exploration matter ... now more than ever? Find out! ➡️ bit.ly/3UlW41f

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 12/08/2026

‼️ ALARMING: world ocean temperatures hit a record high for July ‼️ According to the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Monitoring Service, the average ocean temperature for July 2026 was 69.7 degrees Fahrenheit ... 1.04 degrees above average. Our statement: oceanconservancy.org/newsroom/pre...

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STATEMENT: “Our Ocean is Running A Fever”

"Our ocean is running a fever. In humans, one degree can be the difference between normal and a fever. In the ocean it is no different, and animals and wildlife are suffering. This is truly heartbreak...

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 11/08/2026

📢 Great news in Illinois! 📢 The state legislature & @govpritzker.illinois.gov have acted to prevent plastic pellets from mucking up our water & environment. HB 4418 will help protect our waters & wildlife from dangerous, toxic plastic pellets, AND hold producers accountable. bit.ly/4gs3w3y

Graphic highlighting victory in Illinois on a plastic pellet-free water bill

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 11/08/2026

Today is #WorldKrillDay! ✨ Krill are a large type of zooplankton, and plankton play a key role in keeping ocean ecosystems in balance. Without plankton, entire food webs would likely collapse. ⚠️ Learn all about how crucial plankton species like krill are for ocean health: bit.ly/4ctG4R3

Krill photo by Uwe Kils via Wikimedia Commons.

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 10/08/2026

IDENTIFIED: The destructive force behind coral bleaching events has been named. 🚨 bit.ly/3S4g4op

Photo of coral bleaching via The Ocean Agency/XL Catlin Seaview Survey

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 10/08/2026

Sometimes, major sources of microplastic pollution are hiding right under our feet. Take a deep dive and discover how green infrastructure can help protect wildlife from a common but underestimated type of microplastic: Tire wear particles. 🛞 bit.ly/3TKU6aG

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 09/08/2026

Unlike humans, ocean animals can't blast the AC or put on a jacket when they get uncomfortable! Instead, years of evolution have equipped wildlife with remarkable ways to regulate temperature and survive in extreme conditions. Learn all about thermoregulation: bit.ly/4hiWKOA

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 07/08/2026

Thousands of microfibers get caught in your dryer's lint trap every laundry load, but most *washing machines* don't have that kind of filter. Millions of microplastic fibers eventually flow into the environment … but it doesn’t have to be this way. www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6k_...

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Microplastic Fibers are NSFW

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 04/08/2026

Have you ever seen a sleek brown-and-white bird hover over the ocean, fold its wings and drop into the water like a cannonball, only to surface seconds later with a fish in its grip? 😳 If so, you've probably seen an osprey! Learn all about these water-loving birds of prey: 🔗 bit.ly/4cfDIoK

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 31/07/2026

🎥🦈💫 Before the credits roll on Shark Week, turn your fascination into action from right where you are: OceanConservancy.org/SharkWeek Ocean Conservancy is proud to team up with Warner Bros. Discovery this #SharkWeek to protect the sharks and marine life we all love. Join us.

Warner Bros. Discovery and Ocean Conservancy team up for Shark Week 2026

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 30/07/2026

Have you met Clean Swell®? 📲 This app makes it easy for anyone to help turn the tide against plastic pollution. You can easily record each item of trash you collect, supporting our movement to tackle ocean trash on a global scale. Download Clean Swell® today! ➡️ bit.ly/3RAMXZR

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 29/07/2026

“The scariest thing in the ocean isn’t a shark, it’s plastic pollution.” In honor of #SharkWeek and #PlasticFreeJuly, @oceanconservancy.org VP of Ocean Plastics Nick Mallos talks about conducting shark research in the Turks and Caicos…and the plastic pollution he encountered: bit.ly/44OoRP5

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How Are Sharks Affected By Plastic Pollution? - Ocean Conservancy

Today, the most harrowing fact this Shark Week is that the plight of sharks has never been greater. And the scariest thing in the ocean isn't a shark, it's plastic pollution.

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 26/07/2026

We have fin-tastic news: Shark Week is here! 🦈🎉 @oceanconservancy.org is proud to team up with Warner Bros. Discovery during #SharkWeek to turn fascination into action for our ocean and planet: OceanConservancy.org/SharkWeek.

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 24/07/2026

⚠️ This week, the Environmental Protection Agency (@usenvironment.bsky.social)made a dangerous move that will put countless Californians living in port communities at risk. Our statement: bit.ly/3RwFv1B

Graphic showing shipping pollution with quote about dirty air

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 23/07/2026

Our ocean is blue Not all fish have gills Ocean Conservancy’s Plastics Policy Hub is for advocates like you to advance ambitious plastics bills! 🔗 Check it out for #PlasticFreeJuly: bit.ly/4yy9ffb

Ocean Conservancy's Plastics Policy Hub on OceanConservancy.org

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 19/07/2026

Bingo board check! Let us know how you’re making a difference for our ocean this month by marking off your ❎ Plastic Free July Bingo Board ❎ and sharing your progress.

Ocean Conservancy Plastic Free July BINGO board

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 17/07/2026

No place on Earth is immune from microplastic pollution—and that includes our ocean. Take action for #PlasticFreeJuly and demand that Congress pass the Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act now: bit.ly/3TFUmaF 📸: Soeren Funk/Ocean Image Bank

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 16/07/2026

Microplastic fiber pollution might not be obvious to the naked eye, but its impact is devastating to marine wildlife and ecosystems. Scientists estimate about 211K metric tons of microplastic fibers are emitted into the ocean yearly–that’s equal to more than 1 BILLION T-shirts! 🚨

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 09/07/2026

🚨Single-use plastics were designed to be used once and then thrown away. But there is no "away" for these items, many of which can’t be recycled and ultimately end up in our ocean. But you have the power to make a difference this #PlasticFreeJuly! Join us: bit.ly/4awhFtg

Single-use plastic water bottle littering beach. Photo by Brian Yurasits

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 06/07/2026

This past spring, our Director of Plastics Research, Dr. Britta Baechler, swapped her lab coat for a lifejacket to study microplastics at sea aboard the all-female eXXpedition voyage. Learn how you can take action to combat microplastics during Plastic Free July and beyond: bit.ly/3SIcwbx

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Microplastic Pollution Research at Sea

Dr. Britta Baechler swaps her lab coat for a lifejacket to study microplastics at sea aboard the all-female eXXpedition voyage

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 04/07/2026

It's the Fourth of July (AND Plastic Free July!) & we're celebrating by declaring independence from single-use plastics. 🇺🇸 🌊 If the U.S. phased out plastic cigarette butts, bags, straws, foodware & cutlery, we'd cut 1.4 MILLION tons of plastic annually—equivalent to 6,600 Statues of Liberty! 🗽 🎆

American flag on beach; graphic on declaring independence from single-use plastics

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 03/07/2026

🛍️It's #PlasticFreeJuly and #InternationalPlasticBagFreeDay, and our ocean needs ALL of us now more than ever. Every plastic bag you skip is one less piece of plastic that could end up in our ocean. Together, we can make a difference. Our ocean can't wait. Drop a 🌊 below if you're in!

Sea otter with plastic bag. Graphic reading "July 3 marks International Plastic Bag Free Day"

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 02/07/2026

It’s summer in the U.S., and temperatures are rising even more than usual, thanks to climate change. 🌡️ As the temperature rises in the air, so does the temperature in our ocean—with devastating impacts. 📈 bit.ly/3SDTMtL

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 01/07/2026

Your laundry basket is hiding a boatload of one of the most common—and insidious—types of plastic pollution. 🔍 Microplastic fibers are #NotSafeForWash! 🚨 Microplastic fibers (AKA microfibers) make up more than 90% of microplastics ingested by marine wildlife. ⚠️ bit.ly/3Qyo80d

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 01/07/2026

🚨 What’s buffering is NOT SAFE for our ocean. 🚨 Some of the most dangerous forms of pollution aren’t always obvious, yet pose huge risks to ocean and human health. Check back tomorrow as #PlasticFreeJuly begins to discover one of the most dangerous yet underestimated forms of plastic pollution! 👀

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 30/06/2026

WE HAVE OUR WINNERS! 🎉🏆🌊 We're blown away at the spectacular submissions we received to this year's Photo Contest. 1,000+ of you shared your ocean and wildlife photos, and we're in awe! ⬇️ oceanconservancy.org/blog/2026/06...

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2026 Ocean Conservancy Photo Contest Winners

See the stunning photos that captured the hearts of judges, staff and fellow ocean lovers and won Ocean Conservancy's annual Photo Contest.

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Ocean Conservancy @oceanconservancy.org · 26/06/2026

The Ocean Observatories Initiative is a vital screening tool for ocean health with sensors & gliders tracking 200+ variables. Last week, Congress blocked the administration's efforts to dismantle this important system. Our own Chris Robbins explains the reversal & why this data matters for us ALL.

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