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Largest known manta ray population thriving near Ecuador

Largest known manta ray population thriving near Ecuador

Scientists have identified a distinct oceanic manta ray population off the coast of Ecuador that is more than 10 times larger than any other known subpopulation of the species. The findings, reported in the journal Marine Ecology Progress Series, indicate that while other populations of oceanic manta rays are typically small and vulnerable to human … Read more

Wildlife Trusts publish Marine Review for 2020

The Wildlife Trusts has published its Marine Review for 2020, revealing both highs and lows for our coastal wildlife. Compiled by the Trusts’ Living Seas teams, who are the eyes and ears of the UK coast, the report looks back at some memorable moments from the past year. In good news, thousands of people thrilled at the … Read more

Campaign group call on UK government to invest in nature

An international report focusing on the epic disappearance of plant and animal populations around the globe has been released by the IPBES this week. Backed by the UN, the report is the result of a 3-year study and shows how over a million species are threatened with extinction – more than at any other time … Read more