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.
With the health of the ocean under threat more than ever before, the need for action has never been greater. Marine protected areas must be a key part of that action.
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management's new plan still endangers our oceans and wildlife, but suggests the days of offshore oil are coming to an end.
Kelp is a keystone species. Underwater kelp forests provide habitat and hunting grounds for many species, including floating furballs known as sea otters, and are excellent at storing carbon.
Across our country our ocean's are facing a marine heat wave. We've all heard the news about how ocean water in Florida has eclipsed 100 degrees, and now the Pacific is warming too.
As apex predators, sea otters help ocean ecosystems in surprising ways, if we let them.
Photo contest will highlight the cool sea creatures and stunning seascapes of the National Marine Sanctuary system
