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November 11, 2024 by HAL
Today, we honor veterans who have served on the seas and defended freedom. Like the crews of Sea Shepherd, they show dedication and resilience. Both veterans and our crews share a commitment to protecting marine life and ensuring ocean security. By working with global navies and governments, we fight illegal fishing to safeguard our oceans […]
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November 6, 2024 by HAL
Russia and China are working together to exploit the Southern Ocean in Antarctica, which is crucial for marine life. They are blocking environmental protections that safeguard the vulnerable ecosystem and its key species, like krill. This overfishing threat could lead to disastrous effects on whales, seals, and penguins that rely on krill as a food […]
November 4, 2024 by HAL
Marine wildlife faces serious threats from illegal fishing, gill nets, and plastic waste. To combat these issues, it’s important to join local Sea Shepherd chapters. By volunteering, you can help protect the oceans and the creatures living in them. Activities include beach cleanups, community events, and education efforts. Together, we can make a difference in […]
November 3, 2024 by HAL
Two humpback whales have died and one is injured due to krill fishing in Antarctica. The krill industry is a significant threat to marine life, as krill are crucial for the Antarctic food web. Investigations have revealed that the fishing nets used for krill harvesting cause serious harm to whales and other species. Conservation efforts […]
November 1, 2024 by HAL
The Azores has established Europe’s largest Marine Protected Area (MPA), covering nearly 900,000 square kilometers. This new area is crucial for protecting essential habitats that support endangered marine life such as whales and dolphins. By limiting fishing and other harmful activities, the MPA aims to help marine ecosystems recover and maintain biodiversity. The Blue Azores […]
October 29, 2024 by HAL
Sea Shepherd’s Milagro Task Force recently pulled two large ghost nets from the Vaquita Refuge, highlighting the dangers marine life faces from illegal fishing practices. The first net was 457 meters long and contained various types of nets entwined, while the second, heavily anchored net measured 308 meters. Both extractions helped rescue live marine animals, […]
October 24, 2024 by HAL
Sea Shepherd Toronto is hosting an event at the International Vegan Film Festival on November 16, 2024. The evening starts with a workshop led by John Oberg, which teaches how to advocate for animal rights and veganism. Following the workshop will be a film festival featuring important vegan-themed films. This event promotes environmental stewardship and […]
October 18, 2024 by HAL
Global biodiversity is in serious decline, with wildlife populations falling by 69% since 1970. The freshwater ecosystems are especially vulnerable, seeing an 83% decrease in wildlife. Marine biodiversity suffers from overfishing and illegal fishing, leading to the destruction of ocean ecosystems. Sea Shepherd has been active in marine conservation for over 40 years, working to […]
The WWF’s Living Planet Report 2024 shows a sharp decline in global biodiversity, with wildlife populations down 69% since 1970. Freshwater ecosystems are the hardest hit, showing an 83% decline. Marine biodiversity is also severely affected, primarily due to overfishing and illegal fishing. Sea Shepherd has been actively fighting to protect marine life for over […]
October 12, 2024 by HAL
At EU Ocean Week, a panel titled “Blue Manifesto in Action” focused on ending whaling in Europe. Experts discussed the Blue Manifesto, which aims for healthy oceans by 2030. They highlighted how the EU can pressure whaling nations to stop by restricting whale product transport. Activist Valentina Crast shared experiences from direct actions against whale […]
Sea Shepherd recently participated in a discussion about ending whaling in Europe during EU Ocean Week. Experts and activists gathered to talk about the Blue Manifesto, a plan aimed at improving ocean health by 2030. They highlighted the need for stronger laws to discourage whaling and the importance of public awareness. The group, known as […]
October 10, 2024 by HAL
Sea Shepherd is working hard to protect marine life, but they need your help. They have a Matching Gift Challenge that will double your donation up to $100,000. Your money will support important campaigns, like removing dangerous fishing nets and stopping illegal krill fishing in Antarctica. Every contribution helps keep their ships active and tackling […]
Sea Shepherd is running a Matching Gift Challenge to help protect marine life. They are asking for donations, as every dollar will be matched up to $100,000. The funds will support essential campaigns like removing ghost nets and stopping illegal fishing. Your contributions will help defend endangered species and keep Sea Shepherd’s operations running smoothly. […]
September 27, 2024 by HAL
Join Sea Shepherd San Diego at the Oceanside Vegan Food Festival on September 28th, from 12:00pm to 4:00pm, at the Oceanside Civic Center. This is the biggest vegan festival in North County, featuring over 100 vendors. While enjoying delicious plant-based food, attendees can visit the Sea Shepherd booth to learn about protecting the oceans and […]
Join Sea Shepherd San Diego at the Oceanside Vegan Food Festival on September 28th from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. This festival will feature over 100 vendors showcasing plant-based food. At the Sea Shepherd booth, you can learn about their efforts to protect the oceans. Volunteers will share updates on their campaigns and sell Sea […]
September 19, 2024 by HAL
Federal employees and military personnel can support marine life through the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC). By choosing Sea Shepherd, you contribute to vital efforts against illegal fishing and the protection of endangered species. Sea Shepherd actively works to save marine animals and preserve ocean ecosystems, including campaigns for the Vaquita and against Antarctic overfishing. Your […]
Federal employees can support marine life through the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) by designating Sea Shepherd as their charity. This organization fights illegal fishing, protects endangered species, and preserves ocean ecosystems. Contributing helps fund operations that defend endangered marine animals like the Vaquita and raise awareness about overfishing in the Antarctic. By setting up payroll […]
September 17, 2024 by HAL
Pritam Singh, the CEO of Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, received the National Ohtli Award on September 16, 2024. The award recognizes his significant contributions to marine conservation in Mexico, especially for endangered species like the Vaquita and the Totoaba. The ceremony coincided with Mexico’s Independence Day, emphasizing its cultural significance. Singh dedicated the award to […]
Sea Shepherd is tripling its net-pulling operation to combat ghost nets harming marine life, especially the endangered Vaquita porpoise. Ghost nets drift in oceans for years, entangling and killing various marine animals. In the past decade, Sea Shepherd has removed over 1,000 ghost nets from the Vaquita Refuge, but there is still much work to […]
Sea Shepherd has upgraded its flagship, the M/V Seahorse, with a new crane to improve its ghost net-pulling efforts. Ghost nets, often lost fishing gear, harm marine life, including endangered species like the Vaquita. Sea Shepherd has removed over 1,000 ghost nets from the Vaquita Refuge, but more action is needed. The new crane will […]
September 7, 2024 by HAL
Recently, 130 white-sided dolphins were brutally killed in the Faroe Islands as part of a tradition called the Grindadrap. This practice involves herding entire pods of dolphins into shallow bays for mass slaughter. The killing disregards the welfare of these sentient animals, including young calves. Sea Shepherd has been documenting these events and fighting for […]
Recently, 130 white-sided dolphins were slaughtered in the Faroe Islands during a practice known as the Grindadrap. This ancient tradition involves driving pods of dolphins into shallow water to be killed. Sea Shepherd, an organization against this practice, documented the event and expressed its outrage at the unnecessary cruelty inflicted on these animals. The killing […]
September 6, 2024 by HAL
Iceland has decided to resume whaling, allowing the killing of up to 128 fin whales this summer. This move is shocking, as it comes after a pause due to concerns about animal welfare. Fin whales, the second-largest animals on Earth, are vulnerable to extinction and have suffered from extensive commercial whaling. Many Icelanders oppose whaling, […]
Iceland has decided to resume whaling this summer, which shocked many people. The country’s last whaling company has been allowed to hunt up to 128 fin whales, despite these animals being listed as vulnerable. This decision comes after a previous hope that Iceland would stop whaling altogether. Additionally, research shows that whaling has a negative […]
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