Scientists Urge Us to Help Save the Ocean! 🌊

Scientists Urge Us to Help Save the Ocean! 🌊

Hey there! Did you know that the ocean covers over 70% of our planet? That’s a lot of water! 🌍 But our oceans are in trouble, and scientists are asking for our help.

This week, over 2,000 scientists from all around the world met in Nice, a beautiful city in southern France. They got together at the One Ocean Science Congress to talk about how we can protect our oceans. 🐳🐠🐬

They came up with 10 important ideas to make our oceans healthier:

1. Learning More About the Ocean: By studying the ocean, we can understand how to take better care of it. 📚
2. Safe and Fair Ocean Solutions: Making sure everyone can help the ocean without causing harm. 🤝
3. Protecting Sea Life and Coastlines: Saving coral reefs, mangroves, and all the amazing creatures under the sea! 🐠🐢
4. Careful Use of the Sea Floor: Pausing harmful activities deep under the sea until we know more. 🌊
5. Sharing Ocean Discoveries: Making sure everyone benefits from new ocean findings. 🌐
6. Stopping Illegal Fishing: Protecting fish by ending unreported and illegal fishing. 🎣
7. Healthy Ocean Food: Building food systems that are good for us and the sea. 🍣
8. Ending Plastic Pollution: Keeping plastics out of the ocean to protect sea animals. 🐙🦀
9. Cleaner Ships: Reducing pollution from boats and ships. 🚢
10. Investing in Ocean Science: Supporting scientists who study the ocean so we can make smart choices. 🔬

François Houllier, a leader from the French Research Institute for Exploitation of the Sea, said, “Now it’s time for action!” 🌟 He and other scientists are excited to work hard to help the ocean thrive.

You might be wondering, “What can I do to help?” Well, even small actions make a big difference! Here are some ideas:

• Reduce, reuse, and recycle to keep plastic out of the ocean. ♻️
• Learn more about marine life and share with your friends. 🐳
• Be mindful of the seafood you eat and choose sustainable options. 🐟
• Participate in beach clean-ups if you live near the coast. 🏖️

Remember, the ocean affects everyone, no matter where you live. Let’s work together to keep it healthy and full of life! 💙

Reference(s):

Scientists call for urgent ocean action at Nice congress

cgtn.com