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No matter where you live, one of the easiest and most effective ways you can support the ocean is by choosing sustainable seafood. 

The urgency is clear, and the call for action resonates deeply in the heart of Indonesia's Central Kalimantan Province. The recent Al Jazeera documentary paints a vivid picture of the escalating environmental crisis, with hotspots multiplying, firefighters battling the relentless force of wildfires, and the looming threat of deforestation. 🔥 FIRE AND DEFORESTATION: Witnessing the devastation caused by fires in 2015, thousands of hectares of land burnt, respiratory diseases plaguing communities, and the irreversible loss of biodiversity. The very essence of life, culture, and identity is at stake. 🛑 THE BATTLE AGAINST TIME: This is not merely a battle against fire; it's a race against time and a struggle against a system that perpetuates deforestation. The need for immediate action is apparent, and we cannot afford to be passive observers. 🤝 JOIN THE MOVEMENT: - Spread Awareness: Share the video and the call to action with your networks. Let the world know about the environmental crisis in Central Kalimantan. - Support Indigenous Rights: Stand with the indigenous communities fighting for their rights against companies contributing to deforestation. Your voice matters. - Environmental Conservation: Contribute to initiatives that aim to protect and preserve the land. Support local projects and campaigns. 🌍 THE POWER OF UNITY: Together, we can be the force that turns the tide. From securing land rights to measuring air quality and fostering sustainable practices, our collective actions can shape a brighter future. 🔗 TAKE THE FIRST STEP: Whether you're an environmental advocate, a conscious consumer, or someone deeply moved by the cause, your actions matter. Let's work hand in hand to ensure the forests of Central Kalimantan thrive for generations to come. 🙌 NOW IS THE TIME. ACT. UNITE. PROTECT. 🌏 #EnvironmentalProtection #DeforestationAwareness #IndigenousRights #ConservationEfforts #CentralKalimantanCrisis #ClimateAction #SustainableFuture https://lnkd.in/emjYeYjv

It’s World Penguin Day, and our very own African Penguin is in deep trouble. 🐧🆘 We need to work harder to protect our oceans for the benefit of penguins and all marine life. 🌊🐋🐟 Share this post if you agree and show your support! #WorldPenguinDay #AfricanPenguin

#incident The INCIDENT blog post brings to you the human disruptions initiated by hunt for ivory, the elephant teeth! Then, the nature's revenge strips off the ecological balance and further devastations of the climatic ecology! https://lnkd.in/d-2sExGX

Pacific indigenous leaders, including the Māori King, today urged the legal recognition of whales as persons with inherent rights. “Their songs are the very heartbeat of the ocean, and their presence reflects the strength of our own mana (spiritual essence). We have a responsibility to ensure their survival for generations to come.” “This fund will empower Indigenous communities, the natural guardians of our shores, and support initiatives aligned with the declaration’s goals. Together, we can create a Hinemoana Halo, a woven cloak of protection for these taonga (treasures), our whales.” It's from colonialism and the loss of wisdom from our ancestors that enable today's accepted culture of cognitive dissonance with the living world. The wisdom of our ancestors has a value of the highest importance, sustaining life on earth and living in harmony. Which we've clearly forgotten, otherwise these beautiful creatures would not need legal protection. #climatecrisis #biodiversityloss #indigenouspeoples https://lnkd.in/eCXsJzi2

Coastal lagoons, sabkhas and salinas are constantly contested places, while themselves being in a constant state of evolution and dissolution. This independant documentary provides a clear insight into one such clash of priorities, between the need for flat land versus the need for retreat from sea level rise, the need for regional development versus the conservation of nature and the rights of aeroplanes versus birds. I am intending to visit these lagoons in Albania, after attending the INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY FOR SALT LAKE RESEARCH INC conference in Türkiye, later this year, as these lagoons have much in common with some of our Australian coastal wetlands. https://lnkd.in/gvPFSZ-d

🍒 New paper published! 🐌 An Investigation and Invasiveness Analysis of Two Species of Giant African Snail in a Coastal City of Southern China ✍️ by Yongzhe Zhang et al. 🔍 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gRa4kqMA #giantAfricansnail #invasiveness #EastAsia

💪Act now to #FreePaulWatson and #SaveOurOceans. Together, we can make a difference for marine conservation! 🐳 🐋 Captain Paul Watson, founder of Sea Shepherd Global, has been arrested. If Denmark extradites him to 𝗝𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗻, it could end a critical chapter  𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲'𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲. Watson and his crew have tirelessly battled illegal fishing and whaling, especially targeting Japanese fleets. Their efforts have saved an estimated 𝟱,𝟬𝟬𝟬 whales and other species*. He was arrested in Greenland by Danish authorities 𝟭𝟱  days ago and remains in detention. Japan requested his extradition 𝟰 days ago*. 🌍4 Burning Questions: 🐳How Whales Are Protected? ⛩ Why Does Japan Want Paul Watson So Desperately? ⛵ Why is Denmark Involved? 🙌 What Can We Do to Help? 1) Are Whales Protected? 🐳 The Commission Baleinière Internationale (IWC) regulates whaling and protects endangered species. In 1986, a global moratorium on 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 was enacted. Japan exploited a loophole for "scientific whaling," leading to significant whale deaths. In 2014, the International Court of Justice declared Japan's Antarctic whaling program illegal, but Japan resumed whaling after withdrawing from IWC jurisdiction in 2019 in their territorial zone*. Currently, only 𝗝𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗻, 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘄𝗮𝘆, and 𝗜𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱  continue commercial whaling.☠🐳 2) Why Does Japan Want Paul Watson So Desperately?⛩ Since 2006, he has 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗿𝘂𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴  operations, enforcing international agreements where governments have failed. Japan’s whaling industry relies on government support and needs to meet quotas to be profitable. His actions have significantly hindered this. Despite declining domestic consumption of whale meat Japan defends whaling as an “ancestral tradition.”* In May 2024, Japan launched the Kangei Maru, a $𝟰𝟴 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻  whaling vessel*, which Watson vowed to chase to end its activities. 🛳 3) Why is Denmark Involved?⛵ Watson's arrest in Greenland, a Danish territory, came shortly after he targeted Japanese whalers. The timing raises questions about political pressures, especially considering Denmark's controversial whaling practices in the Faroe Islands for the sake of another ancestral tradition called the "𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗱" (bad habits, how they cling to us 🤷♂️ ) , where 𝗵𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗱𝘀 of whales and dolphins are killed annually. Sea Shepherd exposed these practices just a week before his arrest, which could explain Denmark's cooperation with Japan. 4) What Can We Do to Help? 🙌 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 in Fr/Eng: Stand with Sea Shepherd France. Every signature sends a strong message to Denmark governement. It take less than 1 min 👉 https://lnkd.in/eEQe6Qqj 𝗥𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀: Share this post to sensibilize Paul Watson’s mission. all the sources are on the 1st comment* #FreePaulWatson

Question: Has China no part of the sea? Is it only land? Answer: According to the true will of God, there is no such thing as ownership by a person or group or country; it is stewardship instead of ownership. Stewardship means what is found in where you live or operate belongs to your responsibility to harness TO BE EQUALLY DISTRIBUTED TO ALL NATIONS ACCORDING TO THEIR NEEDS! Listen to "China vs Phils - Ownership or Stewardship.mp3" from Unknown Truths on Anchor: https://lnkd.in/gqAdmW6s

EXPLORING THE CULTURAL SIGNIFICANCE OF SEPIK WETLANDS The Sepik Wetlands in Papua New Guinea are a vital cultural and ecological treasure. Encompassing the Sepik River, one of the largest and most pristine river systems globally, these wetlands are home to diverse wildlife and are deeply interwoven with the lives of local indigenous communities. The Sepik people rely on the wetlands for their spiritual beliefs, traditional practices, and everyday sustenance. Intricate wood carvings, ceremonial rituals, and rich oral storytelling traditions are all derived from the natural resources of the wetlands. These cultural practices help maintain a strong community identity and contribute to the preservation of the region’s unique biodiversity. The Sepik Wetlands are not just a habitat but a living cultural landscape, essential for both people and nature. #CulturalHeritage #SepikWetlands #IndigenousTraditions