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Choked, Strangled, Drowned: The Plastics Crisis Unfolding in U.S. Waters

A 2019 report highlighted a whale's death from ingesting 88 pounds of plastic, leading to starvation and internal damage. This tragic event underscores a broader, often unseen crisis, as many ocean tragedies caused by plastic go unobserved.

The pervasive plastics crisis deeply impacts marine ecosystems and animals. Oceana's new report compiles the first available data on plastic ingestion and entanglements in U.S. marine mammals and sea turtles, revealing the devastating effects of plastic pollution on ocean life.

To learn more about this unfolding disaster, please visit USA.Oceana.org/ChokingOnPlastic.

THANK YOU: We're Thankful For Wavemakers Like You | Oceana

We are thankful for a year of victories, made possible by Wavemakers like you. Join our community by subscribing to our channel!

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WINTER IS COMING | Oceana

As winter arrives in the Northern Hemisphere, discover marine life thriving in icy cold waters year-round. Explore our Marine Life Encyclopedia: https://bit.ly/3lwX7Wc

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BEARDED SEAL: Look at those curly whiskers | Oceana

The bearded seal, named for its distinctive thick, white whiskers, is one of four Arctic species found in and around the Arctic Ocean. Learn more in our Marine Life Encyclopedia.

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IT'S MANATEE AWARENESS MONTH | Oceana

It's Manatee Awareness Month! Manatees are incredible, capable of refilling 90% of their lung air in a single breath and holding it for up to 20 minutes underwater. Learn more about these fascinating marine mammals in our Marine Life Encyclopedia: Marine Life Encyclopedia.

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HAMMERHEAD SHARKS ARE IN DANGER! | Oceana

Up to 73 million shark fins enter the global trade annually. You can help protect sharks by urging your U.S. senators to pass a #FinBanNow. Take action here: https://bit.ly/35IcODb

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CELEBRATE FALL: Fall Colors Underwater | Oceana

As fall colors emerge, discover vibrant marine life beneath the ocean's surface in our Marine Life Encyclopedia.

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MEET THE ELEPHANT SEAL!

Elephant seals undergo a rapid coat shedding process known as a "catastrophic molt." Discover more about these unique marine mammals in our Marine Life Encyclopedia.

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SPOOKY: Help protect our ocean's most bewitching creatures | Oceana

Oceana is dedicated to protecting our oceans and marine life. Join us to help safeguard these vital ecosystems and their enchanting creatures. Support our mission: https://bit.ly/3m7PDbI

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WATCH: CUTE MARINE MAMMALS

Discover California's iconic marine life, including Southern sea otters and California sea lions. Learn more about these adorable mammals in our Marine Life Encyclopedia: https://bit.ly/3nVZiUM

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SO MANY PENGUINS: King penguins use two-voice system to find their chicks | Oceana

The King Penguin, nearly three feet tall, is the world's second-largest penguin, surpassed only by the Emperor Penguin. Learn more in our Marine Life Encyclopedia: Marine Life Encyclopedia.

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WATCH: FREAKY FISH IN THE OCEAN!

Celebrate October and Halloween by exploring fascinating marine life! 🎃 Dive into our Marine Life Encyclopedia to learn more: https://bit.ly/30HLcw8. Subscribe to our channel and become a Wavemaker today! 🌊

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GIANT MANTA RAY: These rays can reach up to 29 feet wide | Oceana

The giant manta ray, the world's largest ray, can reach up to 29 feet wide, significantly larger than other ray species. Discover more in our [Marine Life Encyclopedia](https://bit.ly/30F1LsD).

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VICTORY: Belize has taken a big step to protect it's ocean!

Belize has taken a significant step to protect its ocean, banning fishing gear responsible for the indiscriminate killing of fish, turtles, manatees, and sharks. Learn more about this crucial victory: https://bit.ly/3lgByJu

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LEOPARD SEALS: Known for their reptilian-like heads | Oceana

Leopard seals are true seals, named for their spotted fur. These top predators inhabit the Antarctic ice edge. Discover more in our Marine Life Encyclopedia.

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WATCH: 5 COOL FACTS ABOUT THE OCEAN

Oceans are vital, providing food, regulating global temperatures, and facilitating global transport. Despite their critical role, much about these incredible ecosystems remains undiscovered.

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WATCH: These marine life species look like they glow in the dark | Oceana

Discover bioluminescent marine life, species that produce their own light through a chemical reaction. Learn more in our Marine Life Encyclopedia.

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Gentoo penguins are true lovebirds | Oceana

Gentoo penguins, native to sub-Antarctic islands, face significant population declines due to climate change. These chilly environments are vital for their breeding and foraging, but their "near threatened" status on the IUCN Red List highlights an urgent need for protection.

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URGENT: Southern Resident Orcas Are Starving to Death | Oceana

Southern Resident orcas face starvation and high calf mortality, with 40% of calves not surviving, due to a critical lack of Chinook salmon. Join Oceana today to help protect these vital marine mammals: Join Oceana.

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WATCH: Mesmerizing ribbon eels swim gracefully | Oceana

Ribbon eels typically inhabit burrows, emerging to swim with graceful, ribbon-like movements. Explore more fascinating marine species on our Marine Life Encyclopedia.

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The Thinking Game | Full documentary | Tribeca Film Festival official selection

“The Thinking Game” is the inside story of DeepMind's groundbreaking AI research, culminating in the Nobel Prize-winning AlphaFold breakthrough. Filmed over five years by the award-winning team behind "AlphaGo," this documentary explores co-founder Demis Hassabis's lifelong pursuit of artificial general intelligence and the rigorous scientific journey from mastering strategy games to solving the 50-year-old protein folding problem.

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The Thinking Game | Full documentary | Tribeca Film Festival official selection