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Marine experts at the Indonesian Seagrass Symposium in Bali warned that seagrass ecosystems — vital for carbon storage, biodiversity and coastal protection — remain largely overlooked in national policy and conservation efforts.

Scientists and conservation leaders urged stronger data collection, funding and institutional capacity to support restoration, monitoring and community participation.

by Basten Gokkon
https://news.mongabay.com/2025/11/seagrass-meadows-marine-conservation-indonesia-blue-carbon/

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Scientists call for stronger action to save Indonesia’s vanishing seagrass meadows

SANUR, Indonesia — Indonesia’s seagrass ecosystems are crucial for climate action, biodiversity and coastal livelihoods, yet remain a largely neglected asset, marine scientists and conservation experts said at a recent meeting. Participants at the Indonesian Seagrass Symposium, which ran from Oct. 29-30 on the island of Bali, called for stronger collaboration and data-driven policies to […]

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“Thousands of Giant Eggs Found”: #UnderwaterVolcano Unleashes Terrifying Discovery That Has Marine Scientists in Total Shock

An unprecedented discovery off the coast of Vancouver Island has unveiled thousands of giant eggs nestled within an active underwater volcano, offering new insights into the mysterious life cycles of #DeepSeaCreatures and the critical role volcanic habitats play in #MarineBiodiversity.

Gabriel Cruz June 29, 2025

Excerpt: "The active underwater volcano near Vancouver Island serves as a natural laboratory for studying the complexities of marine ecosystems. The #geothermal warmth supports a unique# biodiversity, offering scientists a rare opportunity to explore how these environments affect marine life development. The discovery of giant eggs in this volcanic setting suggests that underwater volcanic activity may have a more significant impact on marine life cycles than previously thought.

"A follow-up expedition in 2023 witnessed a #PacificWhiteSkate laying an egg at the site, providing valuable insights into the reproductive behaviors of this mysterious species. The presence of multiple species utilizing the volcano as a nursery underscores the broader ecological significance of these habitats. This finding emphasizes the need for ongoing research to better understand the intricate dynamics of ocean ecosystems and their inhabitants."

https://www.sustainability-times.com/research/thousands-of-giant-eggs-found-underwater-volcano-unleashes-terrifying-discovery-that-has-marine-scientists-in-total-shock/

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“Thousands of Giant Eggs Found”: Underwater Volcano Unleashes Terrifying Discovery That Has Marine Scientists in Total Shock - Sustainability Times

IN A NUTSHELL 🌋 An active underwater volcano near Vancouver Island revealed thousands of giant eggs from the elusive Pacific white skate. 🔥 The volcanic warmth acts as a natural incubator, speeding up the four-year gestation period of these massive eggs. 🐟 Adult Pacific white skates grow up to 6.5 feet long, highlighting their adaptation

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Steve Dustcircle 🌹Jun 14

Where #marinebiodiversity thrives, less #fish feeds more people

https://www.anthropocenemagazine.org/2025/06/where-marine-biodiversity-thrives-less-fish-feeds-more-people/

Where marine biodiversity thrives, less fish feeds more people 

In regions with a greater array of fish species, not only are fish are more nutritious, they're also more resilient to climate change.

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