Oceans
Home to diverse wildlife from the smallest krill to the biggest whale, our country’s oceans — and the ecosystems they support — are worth preserving for future generations.
The Latest on Oceans
Marine protected areas are the best hope for the ocean – but only if the protections are real
Has PFAS contaminated your beach?
Updates
Oil and coral shouldn’t mix: Deepwater Horizon still affecting deep sea coral
Right whale washes ashore in Martha’s Vineyard
One of the baby right whales has been run over by a boat
Featured Resources
Florida Keys NGO Sign-on Letter: October 2022
New Life for the Ocean
Reducing plastic waste in the states
Progress Report: President Biden’s First Year
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The Tortugas: an ecological crossroads and conservation success story
Around two decades ago, the Tortugas region of the Florida Keys and its ecosystem was falling apart. Now, much of it can be celebrated as a conservation success story.
The ‘seasick’ crocodiles of South Florida
The American crocodile's vulnerable habitat in the Florida Keys is at risk. NOAA's new plan has the ability to save it.
An island oasis and turtle treasure
Highlighting the incredible green sea turtle and the amazing conservation efforts being done to save them around Marquesas Key.
The Florida sand bank abundant with birds
A high-flying overview of some of the amazing birds in the Florida Keys and the importance of conserving one of their favorite habitats.