marine conservation
Oyster reef the 'size of a football pitch' created in North East England
10,000 European native oysters have been introduced to a newly built living reef off the coast of Sunderland in bid to restore the threatened species and support Britain’s marine life.
Rare multi-coloured sea slug spotted for first time in UK waters
The colourful and extremely rare sea slug, Babakina anadoni, has been spotted off the coast of the Isles of Scilly, making it the first-ever recording of the species in the UK
Big Seaweed Search Week: how to take part and what to look for
Visiting the coast this July? Join in the Big Seaweed Search to help assess the state of the UK’s seaweed — a vital carbon store that can help mitigate the impact of climate change.
Beachgoers asked to share jellyfish and turtle sightings as both species return to UK shores
As the water temperature warms up, UK citizens have been asked to record sightings of jellyfish – and the turtles that feed on them – as part of the Marine Conservation Society's ongoing research
Beach cleaning events to join
Help keep the coast tidy by taking part in a beach clean – here is a selection of beach cleaning events taking place this year.
Record number of seal pups born at Norfolk reserve
More than 3,000 grey seal pups were born this winter at Blakeney Point on the North Norfolk coast, the highest number since records began 30 years ago
Crawfish make a return to the Channel Islands after near extinction
Crawfish populations in the waters surrounding the Isle of Sark in the Channel Islands have experienced a surge in numbers thanks to conservation efforts, survey reveals.
Surge in UK beach litter - levels rise by 10% in a year
Beach litter levels in 2017 were found to be 10% higher than the previous year, with single-use plastic the most commonly found item, according to the UK's largest annual beach clean up.
Government urged to save our seas
A new report published by The Wildlife Trusts has identified five major challenges that the Government must tackle to save our seas.
Blue whale arrives at Natural History Museum
The largest animal to have ever lived takes centre stage in the main entrance of London's Natural History Museum
The Plastic Challenge: could you give up plastic for a month?
Giving up single-use plastic for a month will not only improve the health of our oceans, but support local businesses and improve personal health and happiness too, says Marine Conservation Society’s Gill Bell.
Join the National Whale & Dolphin Watch 2018
It’s time to dig out your binoculars and get your camera ready to take part in the 2018 National Whale Dolphin Watch, which takes place from 28th July to 5th August