Hey there, ocean lovers! 🌊 Did you know that the ocean covers more than 70% of our planet? It’s home to amazing creatures like dolphins, sea turtles, and colorful fish. But our ocean needs help, and France is stepping up to make a difference!
France Hosts Big Ocean Conference 🐠
From June 9 to 13, France is hosting a super important event called the United Nations Ocean Conference in the city of Nice. Along with Costa Rica, they are bringing people from all over the world together to talk about how we can protect the ocean. The theme is “Accelerating action and mobilizing all actors to conserve and sustainably use the ocean.”
Why Is This Important?
The ocean gives us so many things: air to breathe, food to eat, and fun places to explore! But things like pollution and overfishing are hurting marine life. 🐟 That’s why countries like France are working hard to keep the ocean healthy.
France’s Cool Ocean Projects 🐬
France has some awesome marine ecosystems. In the Mediterranean Sea, there’s a special underwater plant called Posidonia, known as the “pearl of the Mediterranean.” It’s like a forest under the sea where fish love to hang out!
Have you ever seen a school of mullets? They’re shiny fish that swim together above the Posidonia meadows near the Port-Cros National Park. It’s a beautiful sight!
Helping Dolphins and Other Sea Friends
In places like La Ciotat, environmentalists are working hard to protect animals like dolphins. 🐬 They go out in boats to learn more about these creatures and find ways to keep them safe.
What Can You Do? 🌍
You might be wondering, “How can I help save the ocean?” Well, there are lots of things you can do!
- Reduce plastic use: Say no to single-use plastics like straws and bags.
- Recycle: Make sure you recycle properly so trash doesn’t end up in the ocean.
- Learn and share: Teach your friends and family about why the ocean is important.
Together, we can make a big difference! Let’s keep our oceans blue and full of life for future generations. 💙
Reference(s):
France and the ocean: Protecting marine life for a sustainable future
cgtn.com
