The J.A.M.I.N. programme, which engages Jamaican secondary school students in learning about and restoring mangroves, just celebrated its 10-year anniversary. But mangroves don’t always have to steal the show! Another vital marine habitat—seagrass meadows—also deserves our attention. Like mangroves, seagrass
In our previous post, we explored what seagrass is, where it’s found, and the incredible benefits it provides to marine life. Today, we’re turning the lens on us—how these underwater meadows help humans, and why they deserve a place in
In marine ecology, we often think about ecosystems like coral reefs, mangroves, and seagrass beds as separate, distinct places. But much like the human body, these ecosystems are interconnected—each system plays a vital role in supporting the health of the
This week, the United Nations Climate Change Conference COP26 is taking place in Glasgow, United Kingdom. This conference will bring together world leaders so they can address global climate policy and action, and assess the progress made to address climate
