The Marine Diaries

💙 Marine Monday 💙 - Ocean Literacy. Ocean Literacy is not just education 📖. It’s about realising our dependency on the ocean AND recognising how our actions impact it. It encompasses the full complexity of human-ocean interactions. Ocean Literacy is part of Challenge 10 of the UN Ocean Decade. But it should really be number 1. Here’s why 👇🏾. 🌊 An Ocean Literate society understands how the ocean supports us all. 🌊 An Ocean Literate society understands how their actions can negatively, or positively, impact the ocean. 🌊 Ocean Literacy is therefore key to realising that helping the ocean, means helping ourselves. 🌊 Ocean Literate people become natural stewards of the ocean, and support actions and policies that create a future where we can thrive in harmony with it. The upcoming UN Ocean Conference (UNOC3) 🇫🇷 - held to discuss SDG14 - is a crucial moment to make sure Ocean Literacy receives the attention it deserves. An open letter ✉️ has been drafted by the Ocean Literacy community to request the addition of an “Supporting ocean literacy” section in the final version of the UNOC3 Declaration. If you believe in the power of Ocean Literacy to save our ocean, add your name below 👇🏾. https://lnkd.in/er9JDESk Tune in next week for another Marine Monday 👋🏼🌊. Want more ocean news direct to your inbox? Subscribe to the Weekly Splash - https://lnkd.in/ec-VAJ4x 📷 Matt Curnock / Ocean Image Bank

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🌈🌈 The colours of the sea: ❤️ Spanish Dancer - this elegant looking nudibranch is the oceans very own flamenco dancer 💃, however don’t be mistaken the red colouration acts a warning to predators. 🩷 Pygmy Seahorse - smaller than a fingernail and perfectly camouflaged among coral, these tiny seahorses are the masters of blending in. 🧡 Painted Frogfish - known for their exceptional camouflage, these ambush predators resemble sponges or rocks, allowing them to approach prey undetected. Their modified dorsal fin acts as a lure to attract smaller fish 🎣 💛 Common Seahorse - found in coastal seagrass meadows, these iconic seahorses are known for their upright posture and lifelong monogamous partnerships. Males carry fertilised eggs in a specialised pouch until they hatch 💚 Steephead Parrotfish - a vital player in reef ecosystems, these fish graze on algae and dead coral, conributing to reef healh & sand production through their 💩... 💙 Whaleshark - the largest fish in the sea, these filter-feeders are gentle giants, swimming far and wide across tropical ocenas. their unique patterns are as individual as fingerprints. 🖤 Orca - these apex predators, are highly intelligent and social animals, known for their clever (sometimes cruel) hunting strategies and vocalisations. their pattern provides tthem with camouflage in the water column. 🌈 Tell us your favourite colourful ocean species in the comments!! 🌈 ➡️ Follow @themarinediaries for more ocean stories 🎥 @barefoot.wandering @roneydives @jacobguy.media @sea.sand.freckles @discoversharks @rafa.mesquita #oceanconservation #ocean #marinelife #marinebiology #oceanscience #underwaterworld #rainbow #saveouroceans #nudibranch #orca #whaleshark #didyouknow #colours #color

The buffet below ...😋🌊 🍳 Fried-egg Jellyfish (Phacellophora camtschatica): looking like it floated straight out of breakfast! Its yellow bell resembles a runny yolk, and it drifts through the Mediterranean Sea, offering a safe haven for tiny fish hiding among its tentacles. 🍋 Lemon Shark (Negaprion brevirostris): gets its sunny name from its yellowish-brown hue, which helps it blend perfectly into sandy ocean floors. Known for being surprisingly social, these zesty swimmers often hang out in groups near mangroves. 🍅 Tomato Clownfish (Amphiprion frenatus): Bright red like its namesake, the Tomato Clownfish loves to cozy up in sea anemones, where it’s protected by a special mucus layer. It’s a tough little fish that starts its life as male and can become female if needed 🤔 🥬 Lettuce Sea Slug (Elysia crispata): looks like a tiny underwater salad with its ruffled, leaf-like edges. What’s wild is that it can photosynthesize like a plant by storing algae in its body. 🥔 Potato Grouper (Epinephelus tukula): a big, blotchy fish that can grow as large as a sack of spuds! Found in the Indo-Pacific, it’s a master ambush predator, lying perfectly still until it’s ready to snap up its prey. ➡️ Follow @themarinediaries for more ocean stories 🎥 @fonsidiventures @livfortheocean @_shapesofblue_ @marinelabkeylargo @oceanearthstudios #marinebiology #marinelife #DidYouKnow #NatureIsAmazing #FunFactFriday #OceanLovers #SaveOurSeas #OceanCreatures #UnderwaterWorld #OceanExploration #FoodNames #AnimalLovers #OceanLovers #WildlifePhotography #EducationalContent #ExplorePage

🐳 Whales can live a lot longer than we thought – if we leave them alone 🔇 While we know that some whales can live to 200 years old, different kinds were believed to live much shorter. Well, yes and no. Yes, if we leave them alone. No, because of whaling, ship strikes, entanglement in fishing gear, climate change and underwater noise pollution. Now is the best time to ask the new European Commission to help protect cetaceans in the Ocean. Small steps can have a massive impact, and this is especially true for our plan. An average speed reduction of just 10% will mean that underwater noise from shipping could be reduced by up to 40%, the risk of ships colliding with whales by half and shipping greenhouse gas emissions by around 13%. This easily and immediately applicable measure can help massively to save one of our most important allies against climate change. Please support us at https://lnkd.in/e-hqh59K Our campaign is ending soon ⌛ Thanks from IFAW and 🐋 🐬 🐟.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS 🎄🎁🌟 FROM OUR TEAM! Thank you to all of you who have supported us this year, whether that’s been through collaborations, attending our events, or following along on social media. We couldn't do it without you! Wishing you all a restful festive period, with love from The Marine Diaries x

Part 3 - Saving the best until last! Read the captions for reasons behind your marine animal! 🦁🐠🦐🐙 Leo (July 23 - August 22) ~ Lionfish Leo’s flamboyant, proud nature finds a match in the striking lionfish, known for its vibrant appearance and regal demeanor. Lionfish are noticeable and command respect with their beautiful, flowing fins. Similarly, Leos have a magnetic, expressive personality and love to stand out, radiating confidence. Virgo (August 23 - September 22) ~ Cleaner Shrimp Virgos are detail-oriented, helpful, and precise, much like the meticulous cleaner shrimp. These shrimp perform an essential service on reefs by cleaning other fish, displaying Virgo’s inclination toward service and order. Their diligent, methodical nature mirrors Virgo’s careful, conscientious character. Libra (September 23 - October 22) ~ Seahorse Libras are associated with harmony, partnership, and balance, making the gentle, graceful seahorse a suitable match. Seahorses are often found in pairs and are known for their unique approach to mating and child-rearing, showing Libra’s love for companionship and balance in relationships. Scorpio (October 23 - November 21) ~ Octopus Scorpios are intense, mysterious, and deeply intuitive, sharing traits with the highly intelligent and elusive octopus. Octopi are masters of disguise, and their ability to camouflage and adapt is much like Scorpio’s secretive and strategic nature. They’re also known for their resourcefulness, a core Scorpio trait. ➡️ Follow The Marine Diaries for more ocean stories 🎥 Pexels - Tom Fisk, Kubilay Öztürk, Pixabay, Joao Pavese, Jozef Papp. #AstrologyLovers #ZodiacAnimals #OceanInspired #UnderwaterAstrology #ZodiacCreatures #OceanHoroscope #SignsOfTheSea #OceanLife #MarineAnimals #UnderwaterWorld #OceanConservation #MarineBiodiversity

Part 2! Let us know your star sign in the comments! 🦈🐢🐬🦀 Aries (March 21 - April 19) ~ Tiger shark Aries are bold, assertive, and fearless, just like the tiger shark’s reputation as a powerful and dominant predator. Known for their curiosity and relentless hunting instincts, tiger sharks embody Aries’s dynamic and daring nature. Their determined and energetic demeanour makes them a perfect match for Aries’s fiery personality. Taurus (April 20 - May 20) ~ Sea Turtle Tauruses are patient, grounded, and enjoy life’s simple pleasures, making them resemble the sea turtle. Sea turtles have a calm, steady nature and are known for their endurance and wisdom. Like Taurus, they are creatures of habit and show a long-term commitment to their paths. Gemini (May 21 - June 20) ~ Dolphin Geminis are curious, social, and quick-witted, just like dolphins. Dolphins are highly intelligent and love to communicate and play, mirroring Gemini’s dual nature of intellect and playfulness. Dolphins’ adaptability and love for teamwork also echo Gemini’s sociable, versatile energy. Cancer (June 21 - July 22) ~ Hermit Crab Cancers are deeply connected to home and family, so the hermit crab (who carries its home with it) is a natural symbol. Cancers are known for their protective, nurturing qualities and their emotional depth, and hermit crabs have a similar need for safety and security, moving between shells as they grow. Part 3️⃣ coming soon! ➡️ Follow The Marine Diaries for more ocean stories 🎥 Pexels - Zlatin Georgiev, Kammeran Gonzalez, Nathan Perisic, Dimitrus K, Abeer H

Explanations below! ⬇️ What’s your star sign? Tag your besties in the comments to share theirs! 🐋🪼 Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21) ~ Manta Ray Adventurous, wise, and open-minded, you’re just like the graceful manta ray. Manta rays are known for their incredible migrations across vast oceans, reflecting Sagittarius’s love for exploration and freedom. They “fly” through the water with elegance and ease, mirroring Sagittarius’s optimistic and free-spirited energy. Capricorn (December 22 - January 19) ~ Humpback whale Capricorns are wise, disciplined, and authoritative, much like the majestic whale. Whales are ancient creatures that command respect and are seen as symbols of endurance and legacy. Their slow, steady nature captures Capricorn’s disciplined, goal-oriented personality, and they are often viewed as leaders of the sea. Aquarius (January 20 - February 18) ~ Narwhal The narwhal, the “unicorn of the sea”, is a unique and mysterious creature that perfectly aligns with Aquarius’s eccentric, innovative, and visionary personality. They are social animals that travel in pods, reflecting Aquarius’s love for community and collaboration. Their Arctic habitat and adaptability to extreme environments mirror Aquarius’s ability to think outside the box and thrive in unconventional settings. Pisces (February 19 - March 20) ~ Jellyfish Pisces are imaginative, intuitive, and deeply connected to the emotional realm, qualities that resonate with jellyfish. Jellyfish move with the natural flow of the ocean, representing Pisces’ ability to go with the flow and their sensitivity to their environment. Their mysterious, otherworldly beauty aligns with Pisces’ dreamy nature. Stay tuned for part 2️⃣! ➡️ Follow The Marine Diaries for more ocean stories 🎥 Pexels - Tom Fisk, Kammeran Gonzalezl, Ivan Stecko, Florain Ledoux, Oleksander P

One Young World Ambassadors are leading projects in every country of the world 🌍, creating substantial social impact across all 17 Sustainable Development Goals. in just November alone, 2M+ people were positively impacted by Ambassador initiatives. Every month the OYW Coordinating Ambassadors select someone from their region who has created significant social impact locally, regionally, or even worldwide. In November, they selected The Marine Diaries' Director Rebecca Daniel 🙌! Read the spotlight here: https://lnkd.in/eemz4iUA ➡️ Follow The Marine Diaries for more ocean stories. #OYW #SDGs #Impact #SocialImpact #Ocean #OceanConservation #SciComm #ScienceCommunication #Education #MarineLife #OneYoungWorld