Living Ocean
Productions
The Surfers Path has an interesting article from Ker Than for National Geographic News. The sunscreen that we so dutifully slather on before a swim on the beach may be protecting our bodies - but a new study finds that the chemicals are also killing reefs worldwide.
March 2008
Swimmer’s Sunscreen Killing off Corals
Watch this important video brought to you by Conservation International. The Blue Auction sends a strong message with very powerful images.
April 2008
The Blue Auction
BBC News Reports: As the International Whaling Commission meets to search for common ground between pro- and anti-whaling nations, the BBC's Chris Hogg reports from a Japanese town showing no sign of giving up on its whale meat.
Why Japan Insists on Hunting Whales
April 2008
Shark Fin Fishery proposed for Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area
An alarming new proposal by the Queensland Government will establish a dedicated shark fin fishery in the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area and other marine parks in Queensland. Sign a petition against this HERE.
May 2008
May 2008
Hong Kong's waters were once abundant with marine life, including 80 species of hard coral and around 1,000 species of fish including Sharks, Manta rays and Green turtles.But today this once magnificent marine environment is suffering from pollution, development and overfishing. Take action HERE - Don't let Hong Kong's natural marine life be lost forever.
Ocean Art Contest for kids
May 2008
The purpose of this contest from Coastal America is to enhance public awareness of the importance of the ocean and to convey how personal actions affect the ocean. It is intended that the artists will raise ocean stewardship through the paintings, drawings and photographs they create. Grand Prize winners will be displayed at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History December 2008 - March 2009.
David Doubilet’s Nudibranch Photos
May 2008
Legendary photographer, David Doubilet, introduces the glamour slugs of the sea. Watch the short video showing the technique he used to get these unique shots. See the photos and play the short movie HERE
The Senate will vote on the Climate Security Act in just over a week, but the bill does not go far enough to fully combat global warming. We must insist that the bill reduce global warming pollution 80% by 2050, minimize handouts to Dirty Coal, and require polluters to pay for pollutions permits. Time is running out - contact your Senators today to insist that this bill be as stong as possible. Sign a quick petition HERE
Make an Impact on Global Warming
May 2008
Video: Humans Threatening Galapagos
June 2008
People living permanently on the islands to serve tourists may represent an "invasive species" that could destroy the unique and iconic habitat. Watch a video to see how life in the Galapagos is adapting HERE.
Humans blamed for Whale Shark Losses
June 2008
Scientists fear Indonesian fishermen hunting whale sharks are responsible for a 40 per cent drop in numbers along the Ningaloo Reef in the past 10 years.
High fuel costs could reduce tuna fishing
TurkishPress.com reports: Rising fuel costs may force one third of ocean-going long-line tuna fishing boats across the world to halt operations. About 140 boats from Taiwan, S. Korea and Fiji are already standing idle at port.
June 2008
Cuttlefish spot target prey while in the womb
It's a bit like something out of the famous sci-fi horror movie Alien. Before they have even hatched, cuttlefish embryos can peer out of their eggs and spot potential prey. It is the first time any animal has been shown to learn visual images before they are born. Read on to learn more about this cool study.
June 2008
Int’l Whaling Commission to meet This Month
Please send an e-mail to International Whaling Commission (IWC) member countries asking them to vote for the South Atlantic Whale Sanctuary. The (IWC) meets from June 23rd - 27th in Santiago, Chile, to make decisions about issues affecting whales. The Commission members may consider a proposal to create a South Atlantic Whale Sanctuary that will extend across the South Atlantic, from the coast of South America to the coast of Africa. We need your help to encourage IWC member countries around to world to vote ‘YES’ on the sanctuary. Sign this simple, yet important Petition HERE.
June 2008
