Although it’s merely scratching the surface of what’s needed for ocean conservation, 5 species of sharks and 2 species of manta rays are now internationally protected under CITES.

It can be easy to fall into the thinking that what happens on land has nothing to do with the sea, but we need to remember that ecosystems are cyclical, and everything we do has an impact elsewhere on our planet.

Waste disposal is one of the most significant problems facing the people of the world today. If we don’t get a handle on it, the oceans — our life force — could become a toxic wasteland.

Ocean conservation can no longer be a back-burner concept, and the forces behind Pacific Oceanscape intend to see that it reaches the forefront of the world’s concern.

Seagrasses are not just ornamental plants — they play a vital role in the survival of many marine creatures, as well as the health of life on land.