Seagrass: The Vital Plant You Can’t Afford to Overlook – Why It Matters and How to Protect It
Seagrass is a crucial marine plant that grows in shallow coastal waters around the world. Often overlooked in favor of more charismatic marine creatures like dolphins and whales, it’s a vital component of healthy oceans and is critical to the health and well-being of many marine species, including fish, turtles, and dugongs. Despite its importance, […]
The Blue Crab: An Invasive Species Threatening Gibraltar’s and Spain’s Coastline
The Blue Crab, scientifically known as Callinectes sapidus, is an invasive species that has fairly recently been discovered along the coastline of Gibraltar and Spain. This species is native to the Atlantic coast of North America and has made its way to the Mediterranean through shipping activities. The Blue Crab is known for its voracious […]
UK Joins the Fight Against Shark Finning
Shark finning is responsible for the deaths of millions of sharks each year and has a devastating impact on shark populations and ocean ecosystems. Many species of shark are now considered threatened or endangered due to this practice, and the decline in shark populations can have far-reaching impacts on the balance of marine ecosystems. The […]