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IUCN SSC Marine Conservation Committee -on BlueSky retweeted
There was some great news for nature this year with the most recent @IUCNRedList Update revealing green turtles have been rescued from the brink of extinction.
Learn more ➡️ bbc.com/future/article/20251…
@BBC
IUCN SSC Marine Conservation Committee -on BlueSky retweeted
#DeepSea mining could severely harm marine biodiversity and ecosystems, but we still lack the knowledge and means to implement protections.
Our Issues Brief examines the potential impacts and what can be done.
➡️ bit.ly/3ORd6wQ
IUCN SSC Marine Conservation Committee -on BlueSky retweeted
A farewell message from Jon Paul Rodríguez, 2016 - 2025 Chair of IUCN Species Survival Commission 🌻
@jonparod
IUCN SSC Marine Conservation Committee -on BlueSky retweeted
📢 Announcement!
At the 2025 IUCN World Conservation Congress, IUCN Members adopted 20-year Vision and four-year Programme for the Union.
The Strategic Vision outlines how IUCN is uniquely placed to collectively deliver change.
Read more: tinyurl.com/kncmd2ty
IUCN SSC Marine Conservation Committee -on BlueSky retweeted
Congratulations Vivek Menon FLS! 📷
On the 7th day of the @IUCN World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi, IUCN Members elect Vivek Menon as the new Chair of the IUCN Species Survival Commission for the 2025-2029 quadrennium
More info: tinyurl.com/4a25m8h4
@vivek4wild
IUCN SSC Marine Conservation Committee -on BlueSky retweeted
🚀 New on the Global Fishing Watch map: generate vessel activity reports in seconds. Filter by vessel type, gear, flag State and region to track trends, access vessel lists and share insights for research and monitoring.
🔗 Explore: bit.ly/global-vessel-activit…
We join the world in mourning the passing of Jane Goodall — visionary ethologist, devoted @IUCN member, and tireless advocate for nature. We honour and celebrate her extraordinary life and legacy.
#RememberingJane
iucn.org/iucn-statement/2025…
JUST HOW MANY SPECIES DO NON-SELECTIVE FISHERIES HARM?
Join us LIVE 24 Sep 9am (EST) with
@ReversetheRed1 as we explore how non-selective fishing practices represent a critical threat to marine #biodiversity.
Register reversethered.org/events/jus…
📸S. Foster / Project Seahorse
ALT A yellow seahorse and other small fish and invertebrates on a pile of shrimp. Photo by Sarah Foster / Project Seahorse
IUCN SSC Marine Conservation Committee -on BlueSky retweeted
What the WTO’s deal to curb #fisheries #subsidies means and what it could achieve. Dr. Daniel Skerritt (@DanHomarus) and @DrRashidSumaila explain. theconversation.com/what-the… via @ConversationCA @FisheryEconomic
IUCN SSC Marine Conservation Committee -on BlueSky retweeted
PRESS RELEASE
124 ISRAs Identified Across the European Atlantic
Available here: sharkrayareas.org/124-import…
© Lars von Ritter Zahony | Ocean Image Bank
#SharkConservationFund @umweltministerium.de @rewildorg.bsky.social @cms.int #shark #ray #chimaera #ISRA #conservation #marine
IUCN SSC Marine Conservation Committee -on BlueSky retweeted
The High Seas Treaty achieved a milestone of 60 ratifications ahead of #UNGA80, paving the way for ocean protection.
Known as the BBNJ Agreement, it is the first legally binding international framework dedicated to safeguarding marine life in areas beyond national jurisdiction.
info.iucn.org/4gCye8w
#BBNJ
IUCN SSC Marine Conservation Committee -on BlueSky retweeted
The #IUCNcongress is getting even closer and will cover themes including inclusive conservation, mobilising capital for biodiversity, feeding the planet and more.
Join 1400+ government, civil society and Indigenous peoples’ Member organisations at the IUCN Congress in Abu Dhabi and help drive #conservation and #sustainable development action.
Discover the programme now ➡️ info.iucn.org/4m6Vz3m
IUCN SSC Marine Conservation Committee -on BlueSky retweeted
Happy World Manta Day from the IUCN SSC Shark Specialist Group!
© IUCN SSC Shark Specialist Group and Eloisa Pinheiro
IUCN SSC Marine Conservation Committee -on BlueSky retweeted
Wednesday 17 September is #WorldMantaDay!
Two manta species, Mobula alfredi and Mobula birostris, are listed under the Convention on Migratory Species (CMS). 📜
From entanglement in fishing gear and plastic ingestion to boat strikes and oil & gas spills, manta rays face multiple threats, with overfishing and trade among the major pressures. Tackling pollution, reducing bycatch, and protecting sites critical to their life cycles can help safeguard them. 🌊
Learn more in the CMS factsheet on Human Impacts on Sharks and Rays (available in English, Spanish & French): cms.int/en/publication/human…
IUCN SSC Marine Conservation Committee -on BlueSky retweeted
What Does It Take to Write a Global Conservation Report? A New Assessment of Sharks Offers Answers
Read this article featured on The Revelator with an interview from IUCN SSC SSG chair Rima Jabado on the Global status of sharks, rays, and chimaeras.
therevelator.org/global-cons…
Scientists finally identify the causative agent of sea star wasting disease!!
Authors include (at least one) member of the IUCN SSC Marine Star SG 🌟
nature.com/articles/s41559-0…
'Communities' of strange, extreme life seen for first time in deep ocean
bbc.com/news/articles/c3wnqe…
IUCN SSC Marine Conservation Committee -on BlueSky retweeted
📢 The latest issue of the SSC Quarterly Report is here! This report highlights SSC's extensive and impactful efforts in advancing global species conservation, marked by significant engagement in international forums and strategic initiatives. Read: tinyurl.com/547z4abr
