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Swimming with captive dolphins and having "close" encounters may seem like fun, but the harsh reality is kept well hidden. Dolphins and whales in captive settings suffer from their confinement, have...

Boyan Slat, a 21-year-old who gained worldwide recognition two years ago for his ambitious plan to rid the oceans of plastics, is one step closer to making his idea a reality....

From seabird counts to shipwreck reconnaissance to inspiring the next generation of citizens, the national marine sanctuaries offer exciting, meaningful hands-on volunteer opportunities for all ages Many sanctuaries enable volunteers...

Please help support the expansion of the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument as part of the National Marine Sanctuary System. http://www.marinesanctuary.org/act/advocate/3118/ Our National Marine Sanctuary System – encompassing 14 National Marine...

Vote now for your favorite photo in our Annual Protect Special Places Photo Contest from August 1st - 31st, 2016.  The top 12 photos with the most votes will win...

The Queen's youngest son, Prince Edward, says we don't have long to save the world's coral reefs. Edward tells WBR that the global fishing industry is having a negative impact on coral survival, and...