Marine Conservation Institute
@savingoceans.bsky.social
🐚 Saving wild ocean places for us and future generations
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The High Seas Treaty is ratified! Read our full article here: marine-conservation.org/on-the-tide/...
Indigenous stewardship at Gitdisdzu Lugyeks is guided by principles of respect, reciprocity, interconnectedness, and intergenerational knowledge.
These values shape the first Indigenous-led Blue Park.
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
These values shape the first Indigenous-led Blue Park.
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
November 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Indigenous stewardship at Gitdisdzu Lugyeks is guided by principles of respect, reciprocity, interconnectedness, and intergenerational knowledge.
These values shape the first Indigenous-led Blue Park.
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
These values shape the first Indigenous-led Blue Park.
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
Gitdisdzu Lugyeks is one of the coast’s most productive marine ecosystems—kelp forests, eelgrass meadows, rocky reefs, and herring spawning grounds all thrive here.
As a Blue Park, its protection supports fish nurseries, seabirds, marine mammals, and rich benthic life.
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
As a Blue Park, its protection supports fish nurseries, seabirds, marine mammals, and rich benthic life.
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
November 24, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Gitdisdzu Lugyeks is one of the coast’s most productive marine ecosystems—kelp forests, eelgrass meadows, rocky reefs, and herring spawning grounds all thrive here.
As a Blue Park, its protection supports fish nurseries, seabirds, marine mammals, and rich benthic life.
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
As a Blue Park, its protection supports fish nurseries, seabirds, marine mammals, and rich benthic life.
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
11 days until Giving Tuesday! 🌊
We’re getting ready to rally support for ocean conservation, Blue Parks, and stronger protections for marine ecosystems worldwide.
Save the date — big blue things ahead. 💙
#GivingTuesday #OceanProtection
We’re getting ready to rally support for ocean conservation, Blue Parks, and stronger protections for marine ecosystems worldwide.
Save the date — big blue things ahead. 💙
#GivingTuesday #OceanProtection
November 22, 2025 at 12:51 AM
11 days until Giving Tuesday! 🌊
We’re getting ready to rally support for ocean conservation, Blue Parks, and stronger protections for marine ecosystems worldwide.
Save the date — big blue things ahead. 💙
#GivingTuesday #OceanProtection
We’re getting ready to rally support for ocean conservation, Blue Parks, and stronger protections for marine ecosystems worldwide.
Save the date — big blue things ahead. 💙
#GivingTuesday #OceanProtection
Honoring Indigenous stewardship this month! Gitdisdzu Lugyeks (Kitasu Bay) is the first Indigenous-led Blue Park, protected by the Kitasoo Xai’xais Nation through generations of cultural knowledge and care.
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #BlueParks
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #BlueParks
November 21, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Honoring Indigenous stewardship this month! Gitdisdzu Lugyeks (Kitasu Bay) is the first Indigenous-led Blue Park, protected by the Kitasoo Xai’xais Nation through generations of cultural knowledge and care.
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #BlueParks
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth #BlueParks
Reposted by Marine Conservation Institute
We’re thrilled to share that the Paul M Angell Family Foundation awarded a grant to COMPASS and @savingoceans.bsky.social #BlueParks network! This funding will help #MarineProtectedArea managers and advocates strengthen their communication skills to advance marine biodiversity worldwide. 🌊💙🪸
November 20, 2025 at 8:00 PM
We’re thrilled to share that the Paul M Angell Family Foundation awarded a grant to COMPASS and @savingoceans.bsky.social #BlueParks network! This funding will help #MarineProtectedArea managers and advocates strengthen their communication skills to advance marine biodiversity worldwide. 🌊💙🪸
A win for partnership.
A win for the ocean commons.
A win more than a decade in the making. 🏆🌊
#EarthshotPrize #OceanConservation #HighSeasAlliance
A win for the ocean commons.
A win more than a decade in the making. 🏆🌊
#EarthshotPrize #OceanConservation #HighSeasAlliance
November 19, 2025 at 9:48 PM
A win for partnership.
A win for the ocean commons.
A win more than a decade in the making. 🏆🌊
#EarthshotPrize #OceanConservation #HighSeasAlliance
A win for the ocean commons.
A win more than a decade in the making. 🏆🌊
#EarthshotPrize #OceanConservation #HighSeasAlliance
A reminder of our planet's connection from sky to sea. Below this starscape is Parque Nacional Marinho dos Abrolhos, a Blue Park where strong protections and science-based management help biodiversity thrive.
#BlueParks #MarineProtectedAreas #OceanConservation
#BlueParks #MarineProtectedAreas #OceanConservation
November 18, 2025 at 9:40 PM
A reminder of our planet's connection from sky to sea. Below this starscape is Parque Nacional Marinho dos Abrolhos, a Blue Park where strong protections and science-based management help biodiversity thrive.
#BlueParks #MarineProtectedAreas #OceanConservation
#BlueParks #MarineProtectedAreas #OceanConservation
The High Seas Treaty just won the 2025 Earthshot Prize for “Revive Our Oceans” 🌊
An enormous milestone for ocean protection globally—nearly half the planet’s surface finally getting the attention it needs.
Now: time for action.
#EarthshotPrize #OceanAction
An enormous milestone for ocean protection globally—nearly half the planet’s surface finally getting the attention it needs.
Now: time for action.
#EarthshotPrize #OceanAction
November 7, 2025 at 11:57 PM
The High Seas Treaty just won the 2025 Earthshot Prize for “Revive Our Oceans” 🌊
An enormous milestone for ocean protection globally—nearly half the planet’s surface finally getting the attention it needs.
Now: time for action.
#EarthshotPrize #OceanAction
An enormous milestone for ocean protection globally—nearly half the planet’s surface finally getting the attention it needs.
Now: time for action.
#EarthshotPrize #OceanAction
New data, clearer insight 🌊
The MPAtlas dataset is now live on @globalfishingwatch.org Marine Manager! Explore MPA boundaries, see how well they’re protected, and use data to power smarter, science-based ocean conservation.
🔗 marine-conservation.org/on-...
The MPAtlas dataset is now live on @globalfishingwatch.org Marine Manager! Explore MPA boundaries, see how well they’re protected, and use data to power smarter, science-based ocean conservation.
🔗 marine-conservation.org/on-...
November 3, 2025 at 10:55 PM
New data, clearer insight 🌊
The MPAtlas dataset is now live on @globalfishingwatch.org Marine Manager! Explore MPA boundaries, see how well they’re protected, and use data to power smarter, science-based ocean conservation.
🔗 marine-conservation.org/on-...
The MPAtlas dataset is now live on @globalfishingwatch.org Marine Manager! Explore MPA boundaries, see how well they’re protected, and use data to power smarter, science-based ocean conservation.
🔗 marine-conservation.org/on-...
Reposting from Together For The Ocean
Lance Morgan and Eleanor Bent share key takeaways from the IUCN World Conservation Congress, including landmark motions to protect the deep sea and the Ocean Twilight Zone.
Lean more: for-the-ocean.org/iucn-wcc-mot...
#MarineConservation #DeepSeaProtection
Lance Morgan and Eleanor Bent share key takeaways from the IUCN World Conservation Congress, including landmark motions to protect the deep sea and the Ocean Twilight Zone.
Lean more: for-the-ocean.org/iucn-wcc-mot...
#MarineConservation #DeepSeaProtection
October 22, 2025 at 11:10 PM
Reposting from Together For The Ocean
Lance Morgan and Eleanor Bent share key takeaways from the IUCN World Conservation Congress, including landmark motions to protect the deep sea and the Ocean Twilight Zone.
Lean more: for-the-ocean.org/iucn-wcc-mot...
#MarineConservation #DeepSeaProtection
Lance Morgan and Eleanor Bent share key takeaways from the IUCN World Conservation Congress, including landmark motions to protect the deep sea and the Ocean Twilight Zone.
Lean more: for-the-ocean.org/iucn-wcc-mot...
#MarineConservation #DeepSeaProtection
Our president joined Economist Impact, World Ocean Initiative to share how effective, well-managed marine protected areas are essential to ocean health and climate resilience.
Read the full piece here: impact.economist.com/ocean/beyond...
#MarineConservation #BlueParks #OceanProtection
Read the full piece here: impact.economist.com/ocean/beyond...
#MarineConservation #BlueParks #OceanProtection
October 22, 2025 at 10:42 PM
Our president joined Economist Impact, World Ocean Initiative to share how effective, well-managed marine protected areas are essential to ocean health and climate resilience.
Read the full piece here: impact.economist.com/ocean/beyond...
#MarineConservation #BlueParks #OceanProtection
Read the full piece here: impact.economist.com/ocean/beyond...
#MarineConservation #BlueParks #OceanProtection
Can’t make it to our Tall Ship celebration? You can still join the fun — bid by proxy! ⛵️
Email [email protected] with the item name + your max bid before Oct 18 at noon (PT).
Support ocean conservation from anywhere 💙 #BluePark #OceanProtection #OceanConservation
Email [email protected] with the item name + your max bid before Oct 18 at noon (PT).
Support ocean conservation from anywhere 💙 #BluePark #OceanProtection #OceanConservation
October 17, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Can’t make it to our Tall Ship celebration? You can still join the fun — bid by proxy! ⛵️
Email [email protected] with the item name + your max bid before Oct 18 at noon (PT).
Support ocean conservation from anywhere 💙 #BluePark #OceanProtection #OceanConservation
Email [email protected] with the item name + your max bid before Oct 18 at noon (PT).
Support ocean conservation from anywhere 💙 #BluePark #OceanProtection #OceanConservation
Can’t make it to our Tall Ship adventure this weekend? You can still support ocean conservation and win incredible prizes — bid by proxy!
Email [email protected] with your item name + max bid before 12 PM Pacific, Oct 18.
#OceanConservation #BlueParks #Fundraiser #MarineConservation
Email [email protected] with your item name + max bid before 12 PM Pacific, Oct 18.
#OceanConservation #BlueParks #Fundraiser #MarineConservation
October 17, 2025 at 1:38 AM
Can’t make it to our Tall Ship adventure this weekend? You can still support ocean conservation and win incredible prizes — bid by proxy!
Email [email protected] with your item name + max bid before 12 PM Pacific, Oct 18.
#OceanConservation #BlueParks #Fundraiser #MarineConservation
Email [email protected] with your item name + max bid before 12 PM Pacific, Oct 18.
#OceanConservation #BlueParks #Fundraiser #MarineConservation
BREAKING: Motion 035 passed at #IUCNCongress! 🌊
A landmark step to protect the ocean’s “Twilight Zone” — a deep layer (200–1,000m) that may hold up to 90% of ocean biomass and plays a vital role in regulating Earth’s climate.
A major win for the deep sea! 💙
A landmark step to protect the ocean’s “Twilight Zone” — a deep layer (200–1,000m) that may hold up to 90% of ocean biomass and plays a vital role in regulating Earth’s climate.
A major win for the deep sea! 💙
October 14, 2025 at 4:46 PM
BREAKING: Motion 035 passed at #IUCNCongress! 🌊
A landmark step to protect the ocean’s “Twilight Zone” — a deep layer (200–1,000m) that may hold up to 90% of ocean biomass and plays a vital role in regulating Earth’s climate.
A major win for the deep sea! 💙
A landmark step to protect the ocean’s “Twilight Zone” — a deep layer (200–1,000m) that may hold up to 90% of ocean biomass and plays a vital role in regulating Earth’s climate.
A major win for the deep sea! 💙
7 days to sail for a cause! 💙 🐬
Join us on October 18 for an unforgettable Tall Ship Sailing Adventure & Fundraiser aboard the Matthew Turner in San Francisco Bay.🌅
🎟️ Space is limited — grab your tickets [Link in bio]
#MarineConservation #BlueParks #OceanConservation
Join us on October 18 for an unforgettable Tall Ship Sailing Adventure & Fundraiser aboard the Matthew Turner in San Francisco Bay.🌅
🎟️ Space is limited — grab your tickets [Link in bio]
#MarineConservation #BlueParks #OceanConservation
October 13, 2025 at 5:41 PM
7 days to sail for a cause! 💙 🐬
Join us on October 18 for an unforgettable Tall Ship Sailing Adventure & Fundraiser aboard the Matthew Turner in San Francisco Bay.🌅
🎟️ Space is limited — grab your tickets [Link in bio]
#MarineConservation #BlueParks #OceanConservation
Join us on October 18 for an unforgettable Tall Ship Sailing Adventure & Fundraiser aboard the Matthew Turner in San Francisco Bay.🌅
🎟️ Space is limited — grab your tickets [Link in bio]
#MarineConservation #BlueParks #OceanConservation
🗳️ IUCN Members: Vote YES on Motion 035 (Oct 13–15) at #WCC2025 to protect the mesopelagic — before it’s too late.
@the_ocean_conservancy_
@environmental_defense_fund
🔗 Learn more: marine-conservation.org/ocean-twilight-zone
#IUCNcongress #OceanTwilightZone #MarineConservation #Motion035
@the_ocean_conservancy_
@environmental_defense_fund
🔗 Learn more: marine-conservation.org/ocean-twilight-zone
#IUCNcongress #OceanTwilightZone #MarineConservation #Motion035
October 13, 2025 at 4:42 PM
🗳️ IUCN Members: Vote YES on Motion 035 (Oct 13–15) at #WCC2025 to protect the mesopelagic — before it’s too late.
@the_ocean_conservancy_
@environmental_defense_fund
🔗 Learn more: marine-conservation.org/ocean-twilight-zone
#IUCNcongress #OceanTwilightZone #MarineConservation #Motion035
@the_ocean_conservancy_
@environmental_defense_fund
🔗 Learn more: marine-conservation.org/ocean-twilight-zone
#IUCNcongress #OceanTwilightZone #MarineConservation #Motion035
Join us at #IUCNCongress! 🌍
Oct 11 | Oceania Pavilion | 16:00
Advancing the Blue Park Standard
Oct 12 | IUCN Pavilion | 17:30
Blue Spark Inhambane Bay film + Q&A
Together, we’re building effective #MPAs for a thriving ocean. 💙
Oct 11 | Oceania Pavilion | 16:00
Advancing the Blue Park Standard
Oct 12 | IUCN Pavilion | 17:30
Blue Spark Inhambane Bay film + Q&A
Together, we’re building effective #MPAs for a thriving ocean. 💙
October 10, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Join us at #IUCNCongress! 🌍
Oct 11 | Oceania Pavilion | 16:00
Advancing the Blue Park Standard
Oct 12 | IUCN Pavilion | 17:30
Blue Spark Inhambane Bay film + Q&A
Together, we’re building effective #MPAs for a thriving ocean. 💙
Oct 11 | Oceania Pavilion | 16:00
Advancing the Blue Park Standard
Oct 12 | IUCN Pavilion | 17:30
Blue Spark Inhambane Bay film + Q&A
Together, we’re building effective #MPAs for a thriving ocean. 💙
Dive into the Ocean’s Twilight Zone at #WCC2025! 🪼
Join us, EDF, and Ocean Conservancy on October 10 (13:00–14:00, The Americas, Room 1) to discuss why the mesopelagic matters, what’s putting it at risk, and how Motion 035 can protect it.
#IUCNCongress #OceanTwilightZone #MarineConservation
Join us, EDF, and Ocean Conservancy on October 10 (13:00–14:00, The Americas, Room 1) to discuss why the mesopelagic matters, what’s putting it at risk, and how Motion 035 can protect it.
#IUCNCongress #OceanTwilightZone #MarineConservation
October 10, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Dive into the Ocean’s Twilight Zone at #WCC2025! 🪼
Join us, EDF, and Ocean Conservancy on October 10 (13:00–14:00, The Americas, Room 1) to discuss why the mesopelagic matters, what’s putting it at risk, and how Motion 035 can protect it.
#IUCNCongress #OceanTwilightZone #MarineConservation
Join us, EDF, and Ocean Conservancy on October 10 (13:00–14:00, The Americas, Room 1) to discuss why the mesopelagic matters, what’s putting it at risk, and how Motion 035 can protect it.
#IUCNCongress #OceanTwilightZone #MarineConservation
🌊 Marine Protection Atlas Monthly Update: September 2025
✅ Fully or highly protected zones: 3.1% of ocean area
📊 43,583,296 km2 of ocean area assessed — roughly the size of Asia
🐬 Explore the full interactive map mpatlas.org
🤝 Want to help us expand our coverage? Email us at: [email protected]
✅ Fully or highly protected zones: 3.1% of ocean area
📊 43,583,296 km2 of ocean area assessed — roughly the size of Asia
🐬 Explore the full interactive map mpatlas.org
🤝 Want to help us expand our coverage? Email us at: [email protected]
October 3, 2025 at 12:17 PM
🌊 Marine Protection Atlas Monthly Update: September 2025
✅ Fully or highly protected zones: 3.1% of ocean area
📊 43,583,296 km2 of ocean area assessed — roughly the size of Asia
🐬 Explore the full interactive map mpatlas.org
🤝 Want to help us expand our coverage? Email us at: [email protected]
✅ Fully or highly protected zones: 3.1% of ocean area
📊 43,583,296 km2 of ocean area assessed — roughly the size of Asia
🐬 Explore the full interactive map mpatlas.org
🤝 Want to help us expand our coverage? Email us at: [email protected]
From• @oceanic.global Some of the most powerful climate solutions begin far from the spotlight, but rather at the edges of our planet and our imagination 🌎✨
September 29, 2025 at 6:18 PM
From• @oceanic.global Some of the most powerful climate solutions begin far from the spotlight, but rather at the edges of our planet and our imagination 🌎✨
Reposted by Marine Conservation Institute
Wondering where to find a 🌊 #30by30 trump card game... I Imagine categories, like:
🌊km²
🌊level of protection
🌊stage of establishment
🌊coverage of critical ecosystem
🌊# of visitors
Paging @savingoceans.bsky.social @taotaotasi.bsky.social @schorstmeyer.bsky.social @commsinc.bsky.social
🌊km²
🌊level of protection
🌊stage of establishment
🌊coverage of critical ecosystem
🌊# of visitors
Paging @savingoceans.bsky.social @taotaotasi.bsky.social @schorstmeyer.bsky.social @commsinc.bsky.social
September 24, 2025 at 6:50 AM
Wondering where to find a 🌊 #30by30 trump card game... I Imagine categories, like:
🌊km²
🌊level of protection
🌊stage of establishment
🌊coverage of critical ecosystem
🌊# of visitors
Paging @savingoceans.bsky.social @taotaotasi.bsky.social @schorstmeyer.bsky.social @commsinc.bsky.social
🌊km²
🌊level of protection
🌊stage of establishment
🌊coverage of critical ecosystem
🌊# of visitors
Paging @savingoceans.bsky.social @taotaotasi.bsky.social @schorstmeyer.bsky.social @commsinc.bsky.social
Marine Conservation Institute, in partnership with The Ocean Conservancy and the Environmental Defense Fund, submitted a motion to the International Union on the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) 2025 World Conservation Congress.
Learn more: marine-conservation.org/ocean-twilig...
Learn more: marine-conservation.org/ocean-twilig...
September 26, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Marine Conservation Institute, in partnership with The Ocean Conservancy and the Environmental Defense Fund, submitted a motion to the International Union on the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) 2025 World Conservation Congress.
Learn more: marine-conservation.org/ocean-twilig...
Learn more: marine-conservation.org/ocean-twilig...
The High Seas Treaty is ratified! Read our full article here: marine-conservation.org/on-the-tide/...
September 20, 2025 at 1:08 AM
The High Seas Treaty is ratified! Read our full article here: marine-conservation.org/on-the-tide/...
Our President, Dr. Lance Morgan, joined by First Officer of the Beach and Sea Otter Ambassador Guinness, were excited to attend our friends @seaottersavvy.bsky.social event at Doran Beach last weekend.
We’re looking forward to more fun at Sea Otter Awareness Week September 21-27, 2025!
We’re looking forward to more fun at Sea Otter Awareness Week September 21-27, 2025!
September 11, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Our President, Dr. Lance Morgan, joined by First Officer of the Beach and Sea Otter Ambassador Guinness, were excited to attend our friends @seaottersavvy.bsky.social event at Doran Beach last weekend.
We’re looking forward to more fun at Sea Otter Awareness Week September 21-27, 2025!
We’re looking forward to more fun at Sea Otter Awareness Week September 21-27, 2025!
Our 2025 Impact Report is here!
Updates on our ever growing network of
hashtag
#BlueParks
A look at our Marine Protection Atlas or
hashtag
#MPAtlas
And so much more!
Read the entire 2024-2025 Impact Report, here:
marine-conservation.org/wp-content/u...
Updates on our ever growing network of
hashtag
#BlueParks
A look at our Marine Protection Atlas or
hashtag
#MPAtlas
And so much more!
Read the entire 2024-2025 Impact Report, here:
marine-conservation.org/wp-content/u...
September 7, 2025 at 1:37 AM
Our 2025 Impact Report is here!
Updates on our ever growing network of
hashtag
#BlueParks
A look at our Marine Protection Atlas or
hashtag
#MPAtlas
And so much more!
Read the entire 2024-2025 Impact Report, here:
marine-conservation.org/wp-content/u...
Updates on our ever growing network of
hashtag
#BlueParks
A look at our Marine Protection Atlas or
hashtag
#MPAtlas
And so much more!
Read the entire 2024-2025 Impact Report, here:
marine-conservation.org/wp-content/u...