Did you know that over 2.2 million species live in our oceans and we’ve only discovered about 10% of them? Yet, human activity is wiping out aquatic animals faster than we can study them. That’s why World Aquatic Animal Day (April 3rd) exists – to shine a light on the forgotten creatures of the sea […]
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Bottom trawling is one of the most destructive fishing methods in use today. Massive weighted nets scrape the ocean floor, catching everything in their path – fish, corals, even centuries-old marine habitats. The damage is so severe that scientists compare it to clear-cutting a forest or bulldozing a grassland. Bottom trawling disrupts entire ecosystems threatens
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Think of a vibrant coral reef teeming with life Now, picture that same reef seconds after an explosion. The water clouds with debris, lifeless fish float to the surface, and the coral is shattered. This is blast fishing, one of the most destructive fishing methods in the world. Also known as dynamite fishing, blast fishing
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The Niger Delta is one of the most ecologically rich regions in the world. It’s home to vast mangrove forests, countless fish species, and millions of people who depend on its natural resources. But a silent invader is creeping through the waterways, displacing native plants and threatening the delicate balance of this unique ecosystem. This
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Have you ever stopped to think about where all our trash goes? Every day, billions of people throw things away without a second thought. Plastic wrappers, food waste, old clothes, broken electronics—they all end up somewhere. But what if we could change that? The International Day of Zero Waste (March 30) is a reminder that
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Have you ever thought about how important wood is in your life? It’s everywhere—your furniture, your home, the paper you write on, even the air you breathe. But how often do we stop and appreciate it? That’s exactly why World Wood Day exists. This isn’t just another international observance—it’s a day to celebrate wood, understand
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Water is something most of us use every day without thinking twice. But for millions of people around the world, access to clean, safe water is a daily struggle. World Water Day, observed every year on March 22, is a reminder of how important water is and why we need to protect it. In this
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Imagine taking a deep breath, expecting fresh air, but instead inhaling invisible toxins that silently harm your body. This is the reality of air pollution today. Whether you’re indoors or outdoors, you are constantly exposed to pollutants in the air that can damage your health and the environment. But here’s the shocking part—most people don’t
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Have you ever thought about what would happen if the natural resources we rely on every day just… disappeared? No more fresh water, no fertile soil to grow food, no oil for transportation, and no fish left in the ocean. Sounds like something out of a dystopian movie, right? But here’s the shocking truth—many of
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Let’s be real—when we talk about pollution, we often blame industries, cars, or plastic waste. But what if I told you that overpopulation is one of the biggest hidden drivers of pollution? More people mean more cars, more factories, more waste, and more strain on our planet’s resources. We’re currently at 8 billion people and
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