New research shows that deep-sea biodiversity has not fully recovered despite more than two decades without bottom trawling, reinforcing the case for protecting vulnerable ecosystems before damage ...

Advocates and former industrial fishers shed light on labor right abuses and illegal fishing crimes behind seafood on your plate.

Red king crabs have a distinctive look with their dark red body, heavily armored shell, and fan-shaped tail. On average, adults grow to be 22 centimeters (8.7 inches) long and weigh 10 kilograms (22 ...

Actor, advocate, and Oceana ambassador Kate Walsh was honored for her longstanding commitment to protecting and restoring the world’s oceans. Event co-chairs Elizabeth Wahler, who also serves on ...

Whether you’re planning a beach getaway, a coastal road trip, or just a visit to your local waterfront, summer is the perfect time to connect with our magnificent oceans and enjoy everything they have ...

Did you know orcas are led by their grandmothers? Orcas are one of only five species known to go through menopause, and their post-reproductive females become leaders of the pod, guiding hunts and ...

The shortfin mako shark is a large predatory shark that are found in both coastal waters and the open ocean. These highly migratory sharks can reach lengths of 4 meters (13 feet) and weights of 150 ...

Aptly named for its massive mouth, the megamouth shark is the smallest of the three filter-feeding sharks, however it can still reach lengths up to around 9.1 meters (30 feet) long. They have a ...

Found in the waters of the western Atlantic Ocean, the green moray eel is typically found in the Gulf of Mexico, the Caribbean Sea, the Bahamas, and the Florida Keys but individuals have been observed ...

Oceanic manta rays are the world’s largest rays and can grow a wingspan of up to 7.9 meters (26 feet) and can weigh over 2,267 kilograms (5,000 pounds). These oceanic explorers can be found in ...