The Mediterranean deep-sea is crucial for biodiversity & climate regulation but is under threat from practices like bottom trawling. As a first step, extending the trawling ban to 800m is key to protecting vulnerable marine ecosystems. Join our journey to #DefendTheDeep! 🪸

We asked kids to share how plastic polluting our oceans makes them feel, and their answers were pretty clear! It's not complicated: Plastic pollution is a growing threat to our oceans, and we need to act before it's too late! Call for global leaders to tackle the plastic crisis

President Ursula von der Leyen, it's time to lead the way for a healthy ocean!🌊 Blue NGOs call for the next EU Commissioner for the Ocean to have a strong mission focused on reducing emissions, protecting biodiversity & ensuring sustainability. #EUOceanDeal 👉bit.ly/4g3Q4Rb

Headed #BackToSchool? 🏫 These fish are headed for schools too! 🐟🐟

Strictly Protected Marine Areas are a type of #MPA that provide complete or very high levels of protection. Their objective is to safeguard high-value ecosystems from negative impacts & allow them to recover if necessary. Discover our proposal for 50 marine sanctuaries in Spain⤵️

The next EU Commissioner for the ocean must prioritise the full implementation of the current Common Fisheries Policy (CFP) and the Action plan to protect and restore marine ecosystems for sustainable and resilient fisheries, as well as a just transition to low-impact fisheries🎣

A NEW STUDY shows that sharks can play integral roles in maintaining ecosystem health, benefiting our oceans & all that depend on them. NOAA Fisheries: it's time to place sharks at the center of conservation efforts & prioritize science-based shark management!

Countdown to Ocean Lab - 4 weeks to go! 🌊 Join this unique event where MEPs can meet with the ocean through science and expertise 🌍 #EUOceanWeek2024 #OceanLab 🤝 BirdLife Europe & Central Asia WWF EU Oceana in Europe ClientEarth Europe Seas At Risk

🌊We've joined forces with NGO allies to submit our response to the @EU_commission's consultation on #SustainableFishing. Our policy briefing prioritises ocean health, resilient fish populations, & transparent fisheries management➡️bit.ly/4cTTXW6 #CFPReality #EUfisheries

"The EU, through its legislation, promotes transparency in the fishing industry and ocean conservation," says Ignacio Fresco Vanzini, policy advisor at Oceana in Europe. Ecuador is making progress against #IllegalFishing and may soon lift its yellow card status. ➡️dw.com/es/at%C3%BAn-d…

Processed seafood like canned tuna often lacks crucial info like species & origin. #FollowTheFish brings together stakeholders across the seafood sector to call on the European Commission to defend consumers’ right to know what they eat! Learn more👉 europe.oceana.org/wp-content/upl…

Today at the PECH Committee Press the #FollowtheFish movement calls on EU Maritime & Fish Charlina Vitcheva to defend comsumers' right to know what seafood they eat - read the statement here: europe.oceana.org/follow-the-fish

Rising sea temperatures due to #ClimateChange are increasing bearded fireworm numbers in southern Europe. While it may be striking, this invasive species threatens marine ecosystems by voraciously consuming invertebrates such as corals, anemones, and crustaceans.🌊

Important discussion on the EU🇪🇺-Guinea-Bissau🇬🇼 #SFPA at PECH Committee Press, where Isabella Lövin 🌻 highlighted the risk of illegal fishing by EU-owned vessels flagged to African countries, referring to a Financial Times article with Oceana in Europe research. 🗞️Read it here: ig.ft.com/eu-fishing/

The EU needs better information on seafood: displaying species, origin, & fishing gear is not required for processed products. The #FollowTheFish movement led by Oceana urges the European Commission to change its consumer information rules to help make sustainable & informed choices.

The time to act for the #ocean is now. MEPs, you can start today by marking October 2nd in your calendars and join the #OceanLab event in Brussels! BirdLife Europe & Central Asia WWF EU Oceana in Europe ClientEarth Europe Seas At Risk  Learn more 👉 i.mtr.cool/ekcrbcudcp

We are expanding our global reach to protect our oceans!🌊 Oceana in Europe is looking for an Employer of Record to help us recruit talent and drive impactful campaigns in new European countries. Interested? 📝Submit your proposal by 23 September. More info here⤵️

#DYK that EU consumer information rules are less strict for processed seafood products, like tuna cans, than for fresh fish? EU law must be revised to enhance consumer info & promote transparency in the seafood sector. Read the #FollowTheFish statement➡️ bit.ly/4ealELn

#OceanLab is not just another event - it's a unique opportunity to shape the #OceanDeal. MEPs, your presence matters! Learn more 👉 i.mtr.cool/hmluouacxr #EUOceanWeek2024 #BlueManifesto BirdLife Europe & Central Asia WWF EU Oceana in Europe ClientEarth Europe Seas At Risk

Just a few weeks left for #EUOceanWeek! 🌊 Join us in Brussels for a week of debates, exhibitions, and other events to celebrate Europe’s seas and explore how to rebuild their abundance. 🗓️ 30 September - 6 October ℹ️ Learn more: bit.ly/4elzzyy