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Our latest ocean insights and fascinating articles - from the wonders of seaweed to the difference between a seal and a sea lion.
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Exploring the digital depths: Six video games about the ocean to get hooked on

There are so many games set in and around the ocean, so grab your controller and get ready to explore the digital deep blue as we highlight six games about the ocean that deserve some love.

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Fintastic dolphin facts to make a splash

Dolphins are a favourite among many because of their friendly and playful nature, but how much do you know about these clever cetaceans? Dive into our list of interesting facts to learn more about these majestic marine mammals.

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Jellyfish

Jellyfish questions answered

Curious about jellyfish? Get the lowdown on these fascinating creatures as we answer your top questions.

Ocean-friendly living

Starting your plastic-free journey

Going plastic-free can be overwhelming, but don't worry about being perfect. While we're working behind the scenes to push for single-use plastic bans and charges, we can all play our part and make a difference.

Ocean-friendly living

Sustainable bathroom swaps

To help you ditch single-use plastic in the bathroom, we've put together a handy list of sustainable swaps.

Blogs

Four pioneering women who shaped ocean conservation

This International Women’s Day, we want to remember some of the female trailblazers of marine conservation.

Blogs

11 ocean-themed books to celebrate the ocean

To celebrate the sea, we're sharing some of our favourite ocean-themed reads. Discover some new books to add to your to be read list below.

Blogs

5 original Pokemon based on marine animals

Did you know that a lot of Pokémon get their inspiration from real-life animals? Many of these inspirations can be found in the ocean.

Blogs

Plastic pollution: The importance of cleaning up rivers

Cleaning up our UK rivers from litter is just as important as cleaning our beautiful beaches and is more accessible for the majority of the population to get involved. In fact, 80% of litter found on our beaches makes its way there from land sources.

Ocean-friendly living

Going plastic-free doesn't have to cost the earth

With the prices of essential goods sky rocketing and the cost of living crisis taking hold in the UK, many of us are looking for ways to reduce our spending where we can – something that may limit our ability to make sustainable, plastic-free purchases.

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24 reasons why UK seas are important

The UK’s coastline is over 22,000 miles long, with far-ranging climates and geologies, home to a vast array of habitats and wildlife. We explore 24 reasons why UK seas are globally important.

Blogs

What does marine biodiversity mean?

Marine biodiversity is critical for a healthy planet and sustainable development. In marine terms, biodiversity encompasses anything under the waves - mammals to sea slugs, oysters to seagrass and everything in between.

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5 Species of Sea Slugs: A rainbow of life in our seas

From the deep sea to the open ocean, and kelp forests to coral reefs, sea slugs are found in waters all over the world – including our own. We look at five colourful (and cute) species living in our seas.

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Jellyfish

Jellyfish: Helping to keep our ocean full of life

Jellyfish are very important and beneficial to lots of marine creatures and help keep our seas full of life.

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Blogs

Adrift: The legacy of Lego lost at sea

On 13th February 1997, a huge storm near the coast of Cornwall pushed sixty-two containers off the cargo ship Tokio Express. One was filled with nearly five million pieces of Lego.

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Jellyfish

Jellyfish: Helpful hero, not stinging villain

Jellyfish often get bad press for their stinging sensibilities. But they’re actually remarkable creatures which not only benefit our seas, but the wider environment, too.

Ocean-friendly living

Recycling logos debunked

So many recycling logos, but what do they all mean? We're here to break them down to help you understand what waste items can be recycled.

Blogs

The power and potential of seaweed

Seaweed is something we’re all familiar with from trips to the beach, but its potential as a business opportunity for the aquaculture industry is now emerging. Aquaculture is simply farming underwater – whether that’s salmon or seabass, or more increasin

Ocean-friendly living

All that glitters is not gold

Summer is here and the festival season is in full swing. With festivals comes glitter - and lots of it. Retailers and festivals are increasingly opting for biodegradable glitter as an ‘eco-friendly’ option. But it may not be as eco-friendly as you think.

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Outstanding facts about octopuses (not octopi)

Octopuses are amazing. Here are some fascinating facts you may not know about these remarkable octopedal creatures.