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Picture islands once bereft of biodiversity, now lush with greenery and teeming with birds and other wildlife. Envision wetlands once degraded, now bustling with life, providing sanctuary for countless species. Imagine a world where the vibrant colours of coral reefs are not just a memory, but a reality. This is not a distant dream; it is happening now. For decades now, Nature Seychelles has been restoring land and ocean ecosystems, perfectly embodying this year’s theme for World Environment Day and aligning with the United Nations' 2021–2030 Decade on Ecosystem Restoration agenda. We are #generationrestoration #worldenvironmentday #seychelles #restoration #islands #forests #birds #turtles #coralreefs #coral #wetlands #cousinisland #ocean #savetheenvironment #protecttheenvironment

🎉 #WorldSeagrassDay is as close to a birthday as it gets for seagrasses, so let's celebrate these amazing ecosystems, even though they're facing decline! 🌿 🐢 Besides being an incredibly important nursery ground for juvenile fish species world-wide, seagrass beds sustain some of the world’s absolute heavyweight champions when it comes charismatic marine species, such a dugongs and sea turtles – just some of the species we are currently working with, on projects in the Red Sea. 🌊 But seagrasses also - and this has got to be my favourite thing about seagrasses - provide other ecosystem services that benefit human society in the form of coastal protection against storm surges and carbon sequestration. A great example of why the climate and the biodiversity crises should be tackled together, not in isolation. Happy World Seagrass Day! Apologies for anthropomorphism #WorldSeagrassDay #SeagrassRestoration #MarineEnvironment #RedSea #RedSeaMarine #CoastalProtection #NatureBasedSolutions #OceanHealth #ClimateAction #BlueCarbon #Seagrass

For WORLD OCEAN DAY we’re celebrating the exciting discovery by Fundación Rewilding Chile, offspring of Tompkins Conservation, of rare red hydrocorals (Errina antarctica) in the Patagonian sea at new latitudes and depths. The incredible findings, made in concert with the Spanish Institute of Oceanography, were published in Scientific Report, part of renowned journal Nature, and shed new light on Patagonia’s largely unexplored and little-understood marine ecosystems. A healthy ocean is critical to solving the climate and biodiversity crises. The discovery of these spectacular corals and the diversity of life that they harbor highlights the importance of creating marine protected areas around the world, especially in vulnerable hotspots of biodiversity, and in continuing the exploration of the Patagonia sea and other little-explored ocean regions. Who knows what other unknown wonders thrive beneath the waves? @nature_the_journal @unep @unclimatechange #OceanClimateAction #Rewilding #MarineProtection #30x30 #worldoceanday

#grrf Special Day Update Global Records & Reference Organization 25 April- World Penguin Day World Penguin Day, on April 25 aims to raise awareness about these flightless birds to preserve their species so that future generations get to see these elegant and remarkable creatures. This day coincides with the annual northern migration of Adélie penguins, a pattern that is inherent and conserved across generations. There are eight species native to Antarctica. Most penguins are monogamous and have unique calls to assist them to find their mates in large groups. Most species lay up to two eggs in a season while the King and Emperor penguins lay only one. Alarmingly though, of the 18 known living species, 10 have been listed as endangered. Happy World Penguin Day! #grrf #penguin #worldpenguinday #climate #environment

This month, UWA and UTAS researchers from the GSR Research Partnership joined forces in Western Australia to conduct the long-term biodiversity surveys in Jurien Bay Marine Park. These surveys have been running for 25 years and provide a comprehensive assessment of fishes, invertebrates and seaweeds throughout the marine park. Jurien Bay Marine Park is a critically important area within the Great Southern Reef due to its high diversity of seaweeds and the confluence of warm-water and cool-temperate species. Across the GSR, warming is causing an increase in warm-affiliated species and a decline in cool-temperate species - a phenomenon known as tropicalisation. Across an 80km stretch of coastline, the team recorded almost 400 species of seaweed - which to put into context is almost as many as the number of hard coral species recorded across the entire Great Barrier Reef.

🐠 CORAL CRISIS: The 4th Mass Bleaching Event is here. We've all been hearing about coral bleaching for decades now - so here's a reminder of why it matters now: • We're witnessing the longest, most severe Caribbean bleaching *ever* recorded • It's taking place globally: Indian, Pacific, and Atlantic Oceans • It threatens 25% of ocean biodiversity + Millions of livelihoods But there's also hope! Scientists are: 🧬 Breeding "super corals" 🎵 Using sound to attract fish back to reefs 🥒 Discovering how sea cucumbers can be reef superheroes Remember: Just because a crisis isn't new doesn't mean it's not urgent. Stay engaged, and keep fighting for what's right, even - and especially - when it's not trending. #CoralBleaching #OceanConservation #ClimateAction #ClimateComms

𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗵𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗚𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝗺𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁 This underwater titan, discovered in 1875, rises 5.000 meters from the Atlantic Ocean floor, teeming with diverse marine life and rich scientific intrigue. Despite its remoteness, Gorringe faces threats from fishing and mining. Conservation efforts aim to safeguard its rich biodiversity 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗚𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗲? 𝗢𝗰𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗢𝗮𝘀𝗶𝘀: A vibrant hotspot of biodiversity, teeming with life. 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲: A crucial stopover for migratory species, offering refuge and sustenance. 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀: Home to marine life typically found only in coastal areas. Join us in exploring and protecting this hidden marvel! Expedition journal link in bio #OceanoAzulExpeditionGorringe

As a climate change impact, we are facing truly sad news. 🚨 BirdLife International has announced the results of a study confirming the extinction of a waterbird species, the Slender-billed Curlew. This bird, a member of the Waders family, lived in wetlands and similar habitats. What’s particularly striking is that this marks the first recorded extinction of a bird species from Europe, North Africa, and Western Asia. Why is this such sad news? Because it is alarmed about the effects of numerous factors, such as environmental pollution and climate change on natural habitats. It also highlights the danger of the decline of species and biodiversity as a whole. This is a reminder of how urgent conservation efforts are to protect what remains of our planet’s ecosystems. https://lnkd.in/dZBx5C4c #Birds #Shorebirds #Biodiversity_loss #Extinction #Climate_Change #slender_billed_curlew #Ecology #BirdLife_International #IUCN

On International Biodiversity Day, we want to draw your attention to the threatened biodiversity of the Arctic. The Arctic is home to more than 21.000 cold-adapted species of mammals, birds, fish, invertebrates, plants and fungi and microbes. Every species plays an integral role in the ecosystem, and provide food and cultural identity for humans. Furthermore, Arctic biodiversity supports the health and well-being of the planet by helping the global ecosystem function properly. The Arctic climate has kept human activity mostly at bay, allowing the ecosystem to flourish largely undisturbed. However, climate change and the increased demand for Arctic resources have put the Arctic habitat at risk with subsequent consequences for Arctic biodiversity. Find out what solutions are necessary to save the Poles on our website: https://lnkd.in/eSfnWXxV #Biodiversity #BiodiversityDay #Arctic #ClimateChange

🌍 On this International Day for Biological Diversity, we recognize the critical role of coral reefs in maintaining marine biodiversity. These ecosystems support approximately 25% of all marine species despite occupying less than 1% of the ocean floor. Coral reefs are not only biological hotspots but also provide essential services such as coastal protection and sources of livelihood for millions of people globally. As climate change and human activities pose significant threats to these vital habitats, ongoing research and conservation efforts are crucial for their survival and the preservation of marine biodiversity. Let's uphold our commitment to these ecosystems that are so vital to ecological balance and economic stability. 🌊🔬 #BiodiversityDay #CoralConservation #ScienceForOceans