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Seagrass, mussels, kelp and native oysters filter pollutants, capture carbon and protect habitats. These are the League of Unlikely Ocean Heroes! But they’re facing challenges from dredging to climate change.
Help them thrive again by donating today 👉 actmcs.org/oyster-hero-tw
We asked some of our amazing volunteers why oysters are so important for our ocean, and how restoring their populations can help our seas thrive once again 🌊
By donating just £9.72, you can help grow a dozen baby oysters to restore our shores 👉 actmcs.org/oyster-hero-tw
Merry Christmas! A huge thank you to all of you who follow along and help us to protect our seas and marine wildlife 🌊
We hope you have a wonderful festive break🎄
#HappyHolidays #MerryChristmas #SeasonsGreetings
Did you know that for just £9.72 you can grow a dozen baby oysters?
Our wonderful volunteers share what makes them such ocean superheroes!
Donate now or give as a gift and get an e-card in time for the big day! actmcs.org/oyster-hero-tw
What’s small, unsung and secretly super? 🦪 Native oysters! These unlikely ocean heroes are busy cleaning our seas, rebuilding habitats and boosting marine biodiversity.
But they can’t do it alone. Donate today! actmcs.org/oyster-hero-tw
In just a few months it's the Scottish Elections - a critical moment and we're working to ensure that the ocean gets the attention that it deserves 🌊
We're calling on Scottish Government to take these 5 bold actions: actmcs.org/ScottishManifesto
#ScottishElections
Fancy a new role for the New Year? We're hiring! Our team is growing and we're looking for a Senior Corporate Development Manager to help us develop powerful partnerships that drive real conservation impact 🌊
Find out more and apply here 👉 mcsuk.org/work-for-us/curren…
ALT An attractive image of a turtle underwater swimming towards the surface with some of the waves showing at the top. The Marine Conservation Society logo is featured in the bottom right and the words, "Join our team" are written in bold across the top of the image.
It’s International Volunteers' Day and we're celebrating the amazing people who help us with our work 🙌
We’d like to say a huge thank you to all our volunteers, we really couldn't do what we do without you 💙
Want to get involved? Find out more here: mcsuk.org/what-you-can-do/vo…
We are excited to share @AnnaGelderd has become the Species Champion for seagrass. With Anna championing the species, we have a strong route to raise questions, push for action and secure better protection for seagrass nationwide 🙌
Learn about seagrass: mcsuk.org/ocean-emergency/ma…
ALT Anna Gelderd MP is stood facing the camera with a window behind her. She's holding a large sign in-front of her which shows a picturesque underwater scene and has the text "I'm a seagrass champion" overlaid.
We were pleased to attend the launch of the Environmental Improvement Plan for England with @EmmaHardyMP and @DefraGovUK
With our seas under pressure, the PFAS Plan is welcome. Now we must ensure it translates into urgent action to protect our seas
mcsuk.org/ocean-emergency/oc…
ALT A beautiful underwater scene with large throngs of kelp seaweed floating under the ocean's surface. A snakelocks anemone is in the foreground and a deep turquoise blue sea is in the background. Photograph credit: Martin Stevens
Want to make your own positive impact?
Join our community at mcsuk.org
Lost sea otter pup reunited with mother in California
A team from the Marine Mammal Center received reports of the lost pup and rescued it before searching for its mother. The pair were successfully reunited and swam off together.
goodnewsnetwork.org/baby-sea…
Brazil to sustainably manage all its waters by 2030
With a commitment to sustainably manage all 3.68km2 of its waters, Brazil’s announcement at COP30 makes it one of the world’s most ambitious ocean stewards.
oceanographicmagazine.com/ne…
Research sheds light on Hawaiian monk seals’ communication and how ocean noise may impact them
After monitoring more than 4,500 hours of recordings, the research team identified 25 distinct types of calls – four times more than previously thought.
sciencedaily.com/releases/20…
Scientists develop seedbox to help restore Great Barrier Reef
The seedboxes act as a nursery for the larvae, giving them the chance to settle before being released. Trial results showed settlement rates 56 times higher than other methods.
phys.org/news/2025-11-larval…
Footage shows restored native oyster reefs thriving in the Solent
Two years after the creation of River Hamble's oyster reef, footage has revealed that the native oysters have begun forming a self-sustaining reef system which is teeming with marine life.
oceanographicmagazine.com/ne…
‘Death-ball’ sponge among species discovered in one the world’s most remote areas
Expeditions in the Southern Ocean have revealed 30 new species, as well as thousands of images and videos of the fascinating marine life found in the ocean’s depths.
goodnewsnetwork.org/bizarre-…
Charity reports high survival rate of transplanted seagrass
A new trial by Seawilding in 2025 achieved a 97% survival rate of transplanted shoots, leading to seagrass coverage increasing by four times in just six months.
ecomagazine.com/news/coastal…
Anemone that builds home for hermit crabs discovered
The anemone secretes a shell-like structure to reinforce and expand the crabs’ shells – allowing them to grow larger – while it feeds off organic particles in return.
phys.org/news/2025-11-pink-s…
UK passes legislation banning sale and supply of wet wipes containing plastic
The ban will come into effect in England in May 2027, marking a decisive step towards ending one of the most persistent sources of plastic pollution in UK waters.
mcsuk.org/ocean-emergency/oc…
