Keywords: Marine ecosystems


Great Barrier Reef faces severe bleaching threat as El Niño intensifies climate pressure

The Great Barrier Reef, one of the planet’s most remarkable marine ecosystems, is facing renewed pressure as scientists warn that a severe coral bleaching event could strike the Australian reef system under the influence of a strong El Niño pattern. Stretching for around 2,300 kilometres......

Venezuela fears environmental impact from possible oil spill linked to Trinidad and Tobago

Authorities in Venezuela have expressed concern over a hydrocarbon leak reportedly originating near Trinidad and Tobago, warning about the potential environmental consequences for coastal ecosystems and fishing communities. Venezuelan officials stated that preliminary assessments indicate possible risks......

Strengthening Sustainable Fisheries Key Outcomes of the INRH’s 31st Council Session

The National Institute for Fisheries Research (INRH) held its 31st Council Session on Friday in Rabat, chaired by the Secretary of State responsible for Maritime Fisheries. This pivotal meeting focused on presenting and approving the 2025 scientific action plan and budget.   In her opening remarks,......

China and Japan: A New Chapter in Seafood Trade After Fukushima Dispute

China has announced its intention to "gradually resume" seafood imports from Japan, marking a resolution to a dispute that has spanned over a year. The conflict centered around the release of treated radioactive water from the Fukushima nuclear plant, which sparked concerns and a subsequent......

Unveiling the Alarming Reality: Microplastic Pollution in Oceans Far Exceeds Estimates

In a disquieting revelation, a study published in the Marine Pollution Bulletin has unveiled a startling truth: the extent of microplastic pollution in our oceans has been severely underestimated. This discovery sheds light on an environmental crisis that demands immediate attention and concerted action. Particles......