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As a result of a United Nations General Assembly resolution passed in December 2008, World Oceans Day is celebrated on June 8th each year. This annual event spurred the creation of a special collections around our oceans and the efforts being made in conservation ranging from pollution to habitat restoration to fishing and fisheries.

The special collection continues to grow along with Plastic in Our Oceans and 1Water, with a focus on the challenge of providing clean drinking water to the world population.

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Leatherback Sea Turtles Mistake Plastic for Food
August 14, 2019

Leatherback turtles, ancient creatures dating back to the age of dinosaurs, are now critically endangered.

A significant new threat comes from plastic pollution. These plastics often resemble jellyfish, the turtles' primary food source, leading to accidental ingestion and severe harm.

Help protect leatherbacks. Take the pledge to #BreakFreeFromPlastic: https://bit.ly/2MgW2Uj