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When Nations Unite, Whales Benefit: The Promise of the High Seas Treaty
When Nations Unite, Whales Benefit: The Promise of the High Seas Treaty
A new global agreement to safeguard marine life in two-thirds of the planet's ocean is a lifeline for whales, but the next few years will be crucial.
UN Ocean Conference puts ‘wind in the sails’ of ocean action
As the third UN Ocean Conference draws to a close, WWF is encouraged by the commitments made in a number of areas, but warns that the measure of success will be in delivery.
Using acoustic sonar technology to locate and tackle ghost gear
WWF France is helping tackle ghost gear in the Mediterranean Sea. Their main goal is to help reduce the amount of lost gear in French Mediterranean waters by using an innovative and efficient way to locate ghost gear: acoustic sonar technology.
Safeguarding Mediterranean Giants
One of the busiest shipping lanes in the world puts Mediterranean fin whales in the direct path of the massive tankers, cargo ships, and high-speed ferries that criss-cross their waters.
Whales and the plastics problem - the deadliest predator in the sea may not be what you think.
Protecting whales is crucial to protecting healthy oceans for all of us.