Jessica Hodge+FollowSea Lion Comeback After Toxic Bloom!Patchouli the sea lion just got her second chance at ocean life after surviving one of SoCal’s nastiest toxic algae blooms ever. The Marine Mammal Care Center rescued nearly 400 sea lions and dolphins this spring—yep, it was that bad. Now, with the last patients heading home, scientists are diving into detective mode, studying everything from sea lion brains to wildfire runoff to figure out what went down. Fingers crossed for fewer sick sea lions next year! #Science #SeaLions #OceanHealth920Share
megangibson+FollowCrabs Reveal a Scary Plastic ProblemScientists just found microplastics inside mitten crabs, and it’s worse than you think. Turns out, low pH levels (thanks to ocean acidification) make these tiny plastics even more toxic, messing with the crabs’ immune systems and gut health. It’s like a double whammy for aquatic life! With plastic waste piling up and oceans getting more acidic, these issues are only getting bigger. If you needed another reason to ditch single-use plastics, this is it! #Science #Microplastics #OceanHealth40Share
Wesley Romero+FollowJellyfish Takeover on UK Beaches?!Massive swarms of moon jellyfish are washing up on Torquay’s beaches, and it’s not just a weird sight—it’s a red flag for ocean health. These jellyfish aren’t dangerous, but their numbers are exploding because of warmer waters and fewer predators. Experts say it’s a sign our oceans are out of balance. Less plastic, more eco-friendly choices, and supporting green policies can actually help keep things in check. Would you freak out if you saw a beach covered in jellyfish? #JellyfishInvasion #OceanHealth #ClimateChange #Pets80Share
megangibson+FollowSharks Are Acting Weird—Here’s WhySharks are popping up in places they usually avoid, and scientists are freaking out (in a good way). Turns out, rising ocean temps are pushing these ocean guardians out of their comfort zones. Sharks aren’t just scary movie villains—they’re actually crucial for keeping the ocean healthy and fighting climate change! Their new hangouts could shake up entire ecosystems. If you care about the planet, this is one to watch. Less plastic, more shark love! #SharkWatch #OceanHealth #ClimateChange #Science427199Share
Christian Russo+FollowMarine Mammal Center: It's great to help the marine life up and down the coastIt is incredible important to see what can achieved by all volunteers. Their job is very important for saving species and learning everything what is going on in the ocean. The guides can tell you everything about the animals and the bigger picture of the research. We visited the site several times and every time it’s a great experience! To those who are not familiar with the Marine Mammal Center, it is a place where rescued or abandoned sick and injured marine mammals are nursed back to health and released back to the ocean. They have audio tours as well as guided tours every day. Extremely interesting and educational for kids. The exhibits and the tour raise the kids’ awareness of environmental as well as man made challenges facing marine mammals. Their facilities are very impressive, state of the art( or rather technology). For example, the water in the individual pools in the pans is filtered, sanitized and recirculated every 35 minutes to prevent cross contamination and keep the injured or sick animals healthy. It is a non profit organization. Join the Marine Mammal Center and make a difference for our marine friends! 🐬🌊 #MarineMammalCenter #Conservation #MarineLife #RescueAndRehabilitation #OceanHealth #EnvironmentalImpact #EducateAndInspire #SupportWildlife #SaveMarineMammals130Share
Michael Flores+FollowSardines Are Eating Plastic—LiterallySardines in the Mediterranean are so short on plankton, they’ve started filter feeding—and accidentally gulping down way more plastic. Researchers found these sardines are eating nearly 5x more plastic fibers than before, and their health is taking a hit. The wild part? This plastic can end up in the food chain (yep, even on our plates). Climate change and plastic pollution are making things messy. Would you still eat sardines? #PlasticPollution #ClimateChange #OceanHealth #Science90Share
Jessica Hodge+FollowMicroplastics Are EVERYWHERE in the OceanThought microplastics just floated on the surface? Turns out, they’re spread throughout the entire ocean—from top to bottom. Scientists found millions of metric tons of these tiny plastics, and they’re messing with the ocean’s ability to absorb carbon. That means more carbon in the air and faster climate change. Wild, right? Cutting back on single-use plastics and energy use might actually help slow this down. Would you change your habits for cleaner oceans? #Microplastics #OceanHealth #ClimateChange #PlasticPollution #EcoFriendly #Science41Share
