Join The Persaud Foundation for a fundraiser at Lucille’s Barbecue in Valencia, California! The Persaud Foundation has partnered with the esteemed Lucille’s Smokehouse Barbecue, in Valencia, California, for a fundraiser! Everyone who dines at Lucille’s Smokehouse Barbecue, & mentions our fundraiser at checkout, will have 20% of the proceeds of their purchase donated to our organization! Dine in style, & support our organization! For those unable to dine-in, you can also support us through Take Out & Pickup orders placed through a phone call to the restaurant, (661)-255-1227. To register, please visit https://www.groupraise.com/events/318084. Registration is optional, though highly encouraged. Dine in style, & join The Persaud Foundation for a fundraiser on April 23rd, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 9:30 PM! Remember to mention our organization at checkout. We will have a representative of ours in the restaurant from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM. Who Are We? We are a U.S 501(c)3 marine biological nonprofit organization, dedicated to protecting the ocean through education, conservation, & public involvement. We currently run an electronic newsletter called The Persaud Catalog, publish online courses about marine biology, & conduct local conservation & education events in Southern California. #fundraiser #nonprofit #nonprofitorganization #sciencecommunication #sciencenonprofit #scienceducation #oceanscience #marinebiology #marinescience #sealife #marinelife #oceanlife #losangeles #northridge #fyp

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Join The Persaud Foundation for a fundraiser at Lucille’s Barbecue in Valencia, California! The Persaud Foundation has partnered with the esteemed Lucille’s Smokehouse Barbecue, in Valencia, California, for a fundraiser! Everyone who dines at Lucille’s Smokehouse Barbecue, & mentions our fundraiser at checkout, will have 20% of the proceeds of their purchase donated to our organization! Dine in style, & support our organization! For those unable to dine-in, you can also support us through Take Out & Pickup orders placed through a phone call to the restaurant, (661)-255-1227. To register, please visit https://www.groupraise.com/events/318084. Registration is optional, though highly encouraged. Dine in style, & join The Persaud Foundation for a fundraiser on April 23rd, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 9:30 PM! Remember to mention our organization at checkout. We will have a representative of ours in the restaurant from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM. Who Are We? We are a U.S 501(c)3 marine biological nonprofit organization, dedicated to protecting the ocean through education, conservation, & public involvement. We currently run an electronic newsletter called The Persaud Catalog, publish online courses about marine biology, & conduct local conservation & education events in Southern California.

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Hello Ladies & Gentlemen! In collaboration with our Social Media Volunteers, we designed a series of 13 informational graphics on the subject of Dolphins! Dolphins are a group of cetaceans belonging to the families Delphinidae, Platanistidae, Iniidae, Pontoporiidae, & Lipotidae families. Dolphins are known for their intelligence, playfulness, agility, & streamlined physiques. Today’s card discusses the adorable Hector’s Dolphin (Cephalorhynchus hectori). “Hector’s dolphins are one of the smallest dolphins in the world and are found only in New Zealand. Adults grow to between 1.2 and 1.6 meters long (about the length of a small bicycle) and weigh up to 60 kilograms. Females are slightly larger than males. When they are born, the calves weigh only around 10 kilograms. These dolphins live very close to shore, usually within 15 kilometers, and prefer shallow waters that are less than 100 meters deep. Some groups stay in very small areas of about 30 kilometers of coastline. Hector’s dolphins are very playful and active. They often ride the waves near boats or surf on the sea, and they enjoy playing with seaweed, sticks, and floating leaves. These dolphins are social animals and usually live in small groups of 2 to 8, although larger groups of up to 50 can sometimes be seen. Females care for their calves for about 1 to 2 years, after which the young dolphins start joining other juvenile groups. These dolphins are excellent hunters. They use echolocation, which is like seeing with sound, to find their prey in the water. They send out high-frequency clicks that bounce off objects and fish, helping them locate and track prey even when the water is murky. Hector’s dolphins eat a variety of small fish and squid, including species like arrow squid, red cod, flatfish, stargazer, sprat, and āhuru.

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Hello Ladies & Gentlemen! We are extraordinarily proud to report that our most recent Beach Cleanup went well! We removed approximately 24.5 pounds of bio-hazardous debris. We wish to extend a grateful thank you to Presence News who had their editor attend today’s event, & gave us spectacular coverage. Thank you for these amazing photographs, & thank you for your dedication to the environment. We appreciate all of our volunteers who attended today’s event, & we look forward to seeing you all at our next Beach Cleanup on May 16th, 2026! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beach-cleanup-at-santa-monica-state-beach-tickets-1981536077750?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios&sg=c09577b4f641469eed6f9861c460898b996f902989ebbc10d68f61185d4330355335006677cc4cc5123ed1521fa25b5c66aad3a370cd79553c87ad564aa0aec16b3ae64bbd9b9b0405c327f34ccd

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Hello Ladies & Gentlemen! We are extraordinarily proud to announce the release of our latest online course, our Tidepooling Course! This course provides a comprehensive overview of the Rocky Intertidal Ecosystems, & how to sustainably navigate these magnificent ecosystems. You can access this course on our website, or by visiting the link below. We’d like to take a moment to extend our greatest appreciation for our volunteer Luna, who has worked tirelessly to bring this course to fruition. https://www.thepersaudcatalog.org/challenge-page/tidepooling-course?programId=4327fda6-6dd7-49bc-b5b6-d75f9adb3a1d

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Hello Ladies & Gentlemen! In collaboration with our Social Media Volunteers, we designed a series of 13 informational graphics on the subject of Dolphins! Dolphins are a group of cetaceans belonging to the families Delphinidae, Platanistidae, Iniidae, Pontoporiidae, & Lipotidae families. Dolphins are known for their intelligence, playfulness, agility, & streamlined physiques. Today’s card discusses the incredible Amazon River Dolphin (Inia geoffrensis). “The Amazon River dolphin, also called the boto or pink dolphin, is a special type of dolphin that lives only in the rivers of South America. It can be found in the Amazon and Orinoco rivers, across countries like Brazil, Peru, Colombia, Bolivia, Ecuador, Venezuela, and Guyana. These dolphins move with the rivers, going into flooded forests during the rainy season to look for food and returning to the main rivers when the waters go down. One of the most amazing things about the boto is its color. They can be light gray, soft pink, or even bright pink like a flamingo. Their color can change depending on the water, sunlight, and even their mood. Unlike other dolphins, they can turn their necks from side to side. They also have long, thin noses, round heads, and small fins that help them swim through trees and branches in flooded areas. Amazon River dolphins are the largest freshwater dolphins. They can grow up to eight feet long and weigh as much as 450 pounds. They eat over 50 types of fish, as well as crabs, small turtles, and other water animals. Their back teeth are like molars, which help them crush hard food. They are often seen alone or in small groups, and they use echolocation (clicking sounds) to find food and move safely in the dark, muddy water.“

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Hello Ladies & Gentlemen! Recently, we were extraordinarily fortunate to sit down with marine biologist, professor, marine ecologist, author, & ocean researcher, Dr. James Lindholm! Dr. James Lindholm is a marine biologist, scientific diver, seafloor landscape ecologist, professor, environmental policy advocate, researcher, author of the Chris Black marine fiction series, & ocean conservationist. He is well known for his illustrious career with CSUMB, his work in environmental policy, his ocean fiction series featuring marine biologist Chris Black, his work in ocean conservation, his work in benthic ecology, his work assessing humanity's effects on the ocean, & his work in coral reefs ecology.

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Hello Ladies & Gentlemen! In collaboration with our Social Media Volunteers, we designed a series of 13 informational graphics on the subject of Dolphins! Dolphins are a group of cetaceans belonging to the families Delphinidae, Platanistidae, Iniidae, Pontoporiidae, & Lipotidae families. Dolphins are known for their intelligence, playfulness, agility, & streamlined physiques. Today’s card discusses the magnificent Killer Whale, also known as the Orca. “Orcas, also called killer whales, are the largest members of the dolphin family and some of the ocean’s most powerful predators. They are easy to recognise because of their black-and-white colouring. Even though they are called whales, orcas are actually dolphins. Their Latin name, Orcinus orca, reflects their hunting reputation, with orcinus meaning “of the kingdom of the dead.” Orcas can grow up to 8 metres long and weigh over 5 tonnes. Orcas are very social animals and live in strong family groups called pods. A pod can have up to 40 members, with females and their offspring often having strong bonds. Females usually give birth to one calf every three to ten years after a pregnancy of 17–18 months. In many pods, young orcas stay with their family for life. Orcas are also very intelligent and communicate using many sounds, echolocation, and unique “dialects” that only their pod or ecotype understands. Orcas are skilled hunters, and their diets differ depending on the population. Resident orcas usually eat fish like salmon, while transient or Bigg’s orcas hunt marine mammals, including seals, dolphins, and even other whales. Some populations have adapted to local prey, such as New Zealand orcas, which specialise in hunting sharks and rays. Hunting is done together as a group, and pods often work as a team to catch prey. In some places, they even use clever tactics like making waves to knock seals off ice floes.

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Hello Ladies & Gentlemen! In collaboration with our Social Media Volunteers, we designed a series of 13 informational graphics on the subject of Dolphins! Dolphins are a group of cetaceans belonging to the families Delphinidae, Platanistidae, Iniidae, Pontoporiidae, & Lipotidae families. Dolphins are known for their intelligence, playfulness, agility, & streamlined physiques. Today’s card discusses the delightful Common Dolphin (Delphinus delphis). “The common dolphin (Delphinus delphis) is one of the most common and acrobatic dolphins in the world. They have slim, streamlined bodies and long, narrow beaks. Their sides show a special hourglass or crisscross pattern, with dark grey or black on the back, pale yellow in the front patch, grey on the sides, and white underneath. Male dolphins are usually a little bigger than females. Both males and females have a tall, curved dorsal fin, pointed flippers, and tail flukes that are concave with a middle notch. These dolphins live in warm and temperate waters all over the world. They can be found close to shore or far out in deep water, often near continental shelves, underwater ridges, or seamounts. Countries across Europe, Africa, Asia, the Americas, and Oceania have common dolphins, including areas like the Mediterranean, Black Sea, Gulf of California, and Indian Ocean. They can survive in water temperatures from 5 °C to 28 °C, but usually prefer 16–20 °C. They eat mainly small fish like sardines, pilchards, mackerel, and anchovies, as well as squid. Feeding usually happens at night. Dolphins sometimes work together to drive prey to the surface and may feed alongside other dolphins or tuna. They are famous for jumping, porpoising, bow-riding, and breaching, and can dive up to 8 minutes, although normal dives last 1–2 minutes.“

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Hello Ladies & Gentlemen! Recently, we published a new article on the fascinating Giant Oceanic Manta Ray of Phang Nga, Bay, Thailand! The giant oceanic manta ray is the largest species of ray in the world, with the second largest being the Reef Manta Ray. This species is extremely large as its name implies, getting to the astonishing 30 feet long. Though they are large, they are not very temperamental animals, & are gentle giants of the ocean. They are passive animals, & don’t bother divers unless they are provoked. They have very long tails, & do not have poisonous barbs on them. Manta rays are not venomous, & cannot sting divers. In this article, we will be discussing the discovery & life of the giant oceanic manta ray, the mating tactics, techniques, habits, procedures, practices, & strategies of the giant oceanic manta ray, the distribution of the giant oceanic manta ray, & the scientific detailings of the giant oceanic manta ray. With that being said, let us delve into this gentle & fascinating behemoth of the ocean. https://www.thepersaudcatalog.org/post/the-giant-oceanic-manta-ray-of-phang-nga-bay-thailand-mobula-birostris

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Hello Ladies & Gentlemen! In collaboration with our Social Media Volunteers, we designed a series of 13 informational graphics on the subject of Dolphins! Dolphins are a group of cetaceans belonging to the families Delphinidae, Platanistidae, Iniidae, Pontoporiidae, & Lipotidae families. Dolphins are known for their intelligence, playfulness, agility, & streamlined physiques. Today’s card discusses the fascinating Spinner Dolphin (Stenella longirostris). “The Spinner Dolphin is a small, fast, and extremely agile dolphin species found in tropical and subtropical oceans around the world. Its scientific name, Stenella longirostris, means “long-beaked dolphin,” which describes its slender snout and streamlined body built for speed and acrobatics. Spinner dolphins are best known for their spectacular spinning leaps out of the water. They can rotate several times in the air during a single jump, which is how they got their name. Scientists believe these spins may help remove parasites, communicate with other dolphins, or simply be a form of social play. These dolphins are highly social animals and usually live in large groups called pods, sometimes containing dozens or even hundreds of individuals. Within these pods they communicate through clicks, whistles, and body movements, allowing them to coordinate group behavior and maintain strong social bonds. Spinner dolphins have a unique daily routine. During the night, they travel offshore to hunt for food. Their diet mainly includes small fish, shrimp, and squid that migrate closer to the ocean surface in the dark. During the daytime, spinner dolphins often return to shallow coastal waters to rest and socialize, especially in calm bays or lagoons. Physically, spinner dolphins are slender and relatively small, usually growing 1.3–2.3 meters (4–7.5 feet) long and weighing 23–79 kilograms. Their bodies are typically gray with a lighter belly, and some populations have distinct three-tone coloring on their sides.“

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Hello Ladies & Gentlemen! In collaboration with our Social Media Volunteers, we designed a series of 13 informational graphics on the subject of Dolphins! Dolphins are a group of cetaceans belonging to the families Delphinidae, Platanistidae, Iniidae, Pontoporiidae, & Lipotidae families. Dolphins are known for their intelligence, playfulness, agility, & streamlined physiques. Today’s card highlights the beautiful Common Bottlenose Dolphin. “The Common Bottlenose Dolphin is one of the most recognizable dolphins on Earth. It lives in warm and temperate oceans worldwide, thriving in both coastal areas and deeper offshore waters. This species is highly intelligent and social, living in groups called pods. Bottlenose dolphins communicate using clicks, whistles, and body movements, allowing them to coordinate group behavior and maintain strong social bonds. They use echolocation—a natural sonar system—to locate prey and navigate their environment. By sending out clicking sounds and listening to the returning echoes, they can detect fish, squid, and obstacles even in dark or murky water. Their streamlined bodies, curved dorsal fins, and powerful tail flukes make them fast and agile swimmers. A layer of blubber helps keep them warm and stores energy. Bottlenose dolphins are also known for their curiosity and frequent interactions with boats and humans, making them one of the most studied and admired marine mammals.”

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Hello Ladies & Gentlemen! In collaboration with our Social Media Volunteers, we designed a series of 13 informational graphics on the subject of Dolphins! Dolphins are a group of cetaceans belonging to the families Delphinidae, Platanistidae, Iniidae, Pontoporiidae, & Lipotidae families. Dolphins are known for their intelligence, playfulness, agility, & streamlined physiques. The third card discusses what a day in the life of an average Dolphin might look like. “A dolphin’s day is full of activity, teamwork, and travel. In the morning, dolphins often begin by hunting for food. They work together in pods to herd fish into tight groups, making them easier to catch. Some dolphins even use clever techniques like creating mud rings or stunning fish with quick tail slaps. During the middle of the day, dolphins may travel long distances in search of food or warmer water. They swim in coordinated groups, staying close to protect each other from predators. Along the way, they often play leaping out of the water, riding waves, or tossing seaweed back and forth. Play helps young dolphins learn important skills and keeps the pod socially connected. Dolphins rest in a very unusual way. Instead of sleeping like humans, they rest one half of their brain at a time. This allows them to stay aware of their surroundings and continue surfacing for air. While resting, dolphins swim slowly and stay close to their pod for safety.”

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Hello Ladies & Gentlemen! In collaboration with our Social Media Volunteers, we designed a series of 13 informational graphics on the subject of Dolphins! Dolphins are a group of cetaceans belonging to the families Delphinidae, Platanistidae, Iniidae, Pontoporiidae, & Lipotidae families. Dolphins are known for their intelligence, playfulness, agility, & streamlined physiques. The second graphic discusses how dolphins communicate, including their usage of echolocation. “Dolphins are some of the most vocal animals in the ocean. They communicate using a mix of whistles, clicks, squeaks, and body movements. Each sound has a purpose. Whistles are often used to stay in contact with other dolphins, while clicks are used for echolocation, helping them find food and navigate dark or murky water. Echolocation works like a natural sonar system. A dolphin sends out a series of clicks, and when the sound waves bounce off an object, the returning echoes tell the dolphin what the object is, how far away it is, and even what shape it has. This ability allows dolphins to “see” with sound, which is especially helpful in deep or cloudy water where light doesn’t travel well. Dolphins also use body language to communicate. They may slap their tails on the surface to signal danger, leap out of the water to show excitement, or rub against each other to strengthen social bonds. These physical signals help dolphins share information quickly within their pod.”

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Hello Ladies & Gentlemen! In collaboration with our Social Media Volunteers, we designed a series of 13 informational graphics on the subject of Dolphins! Dolphins are a group of cetaceans belonging to the families Delphinidae, Platanistidae, Iniidae, Pontoporiidae, & Lipotidae families. Dolphins are known for their intelligence, playfulness, agility, & streamlined physiques. The first graphic in this series discusses the anatomy of a dolphin, including their ability to use echolocation. “Dolphins may look like fish, but their bodies are built very differently. Inside, they have lungs instead of gills, which means they must swim to the surface to breathe air through their blowhole. Their bodies are streamlined, with smooth skin and a layer of blubber that helps them stay warm in the ocean. This shape allows them to glide through the water with very little resistance. One of the most important structures inside a dolphin is the melon, a rounded organ in the forehead. The melon helps focus sound waves for echolocation, which dolphins use to “see” underwater. They also have strong muscles along their spine and tail that power their flukes, giving them the speed and agility they’re known for. Dolphins have a simple stomach for storing food and a second chamber for breaking it down. Their teeth are shaped like small cones, perfect for grabbing slippery fish and squid. Instead of chewing, dolphins swallow their food whole. Their internal organs are arranged to help them stay balanced and stable as they swim.”

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Hello Ladies & Gentlemen! Recently, we published a fascinating article discussing the history of Isla de la Juventud, Cuba! Isla de la Juventud is an island off the coast of Cuba, owned by the Cuban government. The island is approximately 213.88 nautical miles (396.10576 kilometers or 246.128708 miles) from the mainland North American Continent. It is the second largest island Cuban Island, only second to the main island. The island is approximately 2419.05 square kilometers (934 square miles or 597,760 acres). The island is south of Havana, & is the seventh-largest island in the West Indies as a whole. The official language of the island is Spanish, & tourism is high. Ecologically, the island is covered in Pine forests. The island is mild, & not as tropical as the rest of the Caribbean. The island is incredibly well known for its gorgeous beaches, never-ending nightlife, historic prisons, biodiversity, & its reputation as a pirate hideaway. To learn more, or to access the full article, please visit the website in our profile, or visit the link below. https://www.thepersaudcatalog.org/post/the-documented-history-of-isla-de-la-juventud

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We are proud to announce that our latest literacy day was successful! We will announce our next oceanic literacy day as soon as possible, & we are ever grateful to The Open Book for allowing us to continue these events!

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Hello Ladies & Gentlemen! Tomorrow, on March 28th, 2026, at 2:30 PM in The Open Book in The Village at Topanga, The Persaud Foundation will be hosting our Oceanic Literacy Day! We will be having an oceanic storytime for children at 2:30 PM with the book "Shark Lady: The True Story of How Eugenie Clark Became the Ocean's Most Fearless Scientist", by Jess Keating, & we will be going over some intriguing things about some of the oceans most misrepresented animals, sharks! We will be handing out Stickers, Pins, & Shark Education Fact Cards while supplies last! If you decide to purchase any books & mention our nonprofit, 20% of your purchase will be donated to us. This event is completely free. Whether you're a marine enthusiast or just curious about the underwater world, this event is perfect for all ages & families. Learn about marine conservation, discover fascinating facts about ocean life, and get inspired to protect our seas for future generations. Have a whale of a time at The Open Book, Topanga. See you there!

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Hello Ladies & Gentlemen! Recently, we published a fascinating article on the life, career, & legacy of the legendary Cuban marine biologist & carcinologist, Dr. Isabel Perez Farfante! Dr. Isabel Perez Farfante was a Cuban marine biologist & carcinologist known for her research with shrimp, & association with the Museum of Comparative Zoology of Harvard University. We highly recommend this article to all those looking to become marine scientists, as it highlights the extraordinary journey of Isabel Perez Farfante after being personally blacklisted by the Cuban Government. You can access this article by visiting the link below, or visiting the website in our profile. https://www.thepersaudcatalog.org/post/marine-biological-hall-of-distinction-isabel-peréz-farfante

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Hello Ladies & Gentlemen! On March 28th, 2026, at 2:30 PM in The Open Book in The Village at Topanga, The Persaud Foundation will be hosting our Oceanic Literacy Day! We will be having an oceanic storytime for children at 2:30 PM with the book "Shark Lady: The True Story of How Eugenie Clark Became the Ocean's Most Fearless Scientist", by Jess Keating, & we will be going over some intriguing things about some of the oceans most misrepresented animals, sharks! We will be handing out Stickers, Pins, & Shark Education Fact Cards while supplies last! If you decide to purchase any books & mention our nonprofit, 20% of your purchase will be donated to us. This event is completely free. Whether you're a marine enthusiast or just curious about the underwater world, this event is perfect for all ages & families. Learn about marine conservation, discover fascinating facts about ocean life, and get inspired to protect our seas for future generations. Have a whale of a time at The Open Book, Topanga. See you there!

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Recently, we published a fascinating article discussing the oceans surrounding Isla de la Juventud, Cuba! Isla de la Juventud sits comfortably in the Atlantic Ocean, nearby Cuba. It has many seagrass meadows, & gorgeous underwater landscapes that hundreds of divers flock to each other. The island is extremely popular amongst marine life enthusiasts, divers, swimmers, & snorkelers. This article delves into every facet of the sea near the island. To learn more, or to read the full article, please visit the website in our profile, or visit the link below! https://www.thepersaudcatalog.org/post/the-oceans-surrounding-isla-de-la-juventud-cuba

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Hello Ladies & Gentlemen! We are proud to announce that our fundraiser with California Pizza Kitchen was a massive success! We thank the restaurant manager & staff for their incredible kindness, hospitality, & contributions to our event, each & every one contributed to the success of this event. Thank you to California Pizza Kitchen Encino, & we look forward to our next fundraiser at Lucille’s Bar-B-Que in Valencia, California!

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Hello Ladies & Gentlemen! Our California Pizza Kitchen fundraiser on March 17th, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 9:30 PM is finally here! We have partnered with California Pizza Kitchen Encino at 16101 Ventura Blvd, Encino, CA, to host a fundraiser on March 17th, 2026 (Today!) in which anyone who mentions our fundraiser at checkout will have 20% of the proceeds of their purchased donated to our organization. We will have a representative of our organization at the restaurant between 3:30 & 4:30 PM. We ask that all those interested in the fundraiser RSVP through our Groupraise Page at https://www.groupraise.com/events/318083. Please remember to mention our fundraiser to staff at the time of purchase using a physical flyer which we will have available in the restaurant, or a copy of this social media post. To all those placing orders online through the California Pizza Kitchen website, please use code BACK20%. Please share this fundraiser with as many people as possible to support our organization! We thank you all for your support, & look forward to seeing you there! Who Are We? We are a U.S 501(c)3 marine biological nonprofit organization, dedicated to protecting the ocean through education, conservation, & public involvement. We currently run an electronic newsletter called The Persaud Catalog, publish online courses about marine biology, & conduct local conservation & education events in Southern California.

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Hello Ladies & Gentlemen! Our upcoming California Pizza Kitchen fundraiser on March 17th, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 9:30 PM is tomorrow! We have partnered with California Pizza Kitchen Encino at 16101 Ventura Blvd, Encino, CA, to host a fundraiser on March 17th, 2026, in which anyone who mentions our fundraiser at checkout will have 20% of the proceeds of their purchased donated to our organization. We will have a representative of our organization at the restaurant between 3:30 & 4:30 PM. We ask that all those interested in the fundraiser RSVP through our Groupraise Page at https://www.groupraise.com/events/318083. Please remember to mention our fundraiser to staff at the time of purchase using a physical flyer which we will have available in the restaurant, or a copy of this social media post. To all those placing orders online through the California Pizza Kitchen website, please use code BACK20%. Please share this fundraiser with as many people as possible to support our organization! We thank you all for your support, & look forward to seeing you there! Who Are We? We are a U.S 501(c)3 marine biological nonprofit organization, dedicated to protecting the ocean through education, conservation, & public involvement. We currently run an electronic newsletter called The Persaud Catalog, publish online courses about marine biology, & conduct local conservation & education events in Southern California.

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Hello Ladies & Gentlemen! We recently published our newest article in our Ode to Oceanography Series all about an antique nautical chart of Australia & Tasmania. This article delves into the fascinating history of the map, the history of the mapmaker, & the shipwrecks featured on the map. You can access this article by visiting the link below, or visiting the website in our profile. https://www.thepersaudcatalog.org/post/ode-to-oceanography-an-antique-map-of-australia-tasmania

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Hello Ladies & Gentlemen! We are extraordinarily proud to announce that we recently published a paper by one of our Science Communication Writer’s, Kapish Sharma! This paper discusses the contribution of coral reef ecosystems to the survival outcomes of juvenile sea turtles. We highly recommend this fascinating paper to all those looking to learn more about the magnificent ecosystems known as coral reefs. We thank our wonderful Science Communication writer Kapish Sharma, & we look forward to publishing more captivating articles such as these! To access this article, please visit the link below or visit the website in our profile. https://www.thepersaudcatalog.org/post/the-importance-of-coral-reef-ecosystems-for-juvenile-sea-turtle-survival

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We are proud to report that our March 14th, 2026 Beach Cleanup along Santa Monica State Beach was a success! We managed to remove 28 pounds of biohazardous debris. Interestingly, we found a bag handle, a bag strap, yet no bag in sight. Remember not to litter, & our next beach cleanup will be hosted on April 18th, 2026! You may register at the link below, or by visiting https://www.thepersaudcatalog.org/events-calendar. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beach-cleanup-at-santa-monica-state-beach-tickets-1980351363237?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios&sg=f1a3422914beb0e6bae77dd73f90f837224e11405270a0c8bab49ef533c1266d6188ca7ffbb584b8716f2f74d798a2aa66ea44c236f087bfae8f91165d7d0ddc87a13acff20a22fc9e4945c87cd0

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Hello Ladies & Gentlemen! The Persaud Foundation is proud to announce that we are going to be hosting a Beach Cleanup on Santa Monica State Beach, tomorrow, on March 14th, 2026, at 11:30 AM! We ask that anyone interested register through our Eventbrite listing, at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/beach-cleanup-at-santa-monica-state-beach-tickets-1980351363237?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios&sg=7e0bf96828ff1a2ec2ad7b664606b7d0d0cc1549b7778b8c0f8e9f5935c4716c4ce3f69a21cd442ab965655c9d3efb8cc000e89c3f67ade619edd4d795298cd68d82910a6fccc8bc6e4f0b0ed3c1. We will be meeting at Big Deans Ocean Cafe along the oceanfront boardwalk, & beginning promptly at noon! Please visit our Eventbrite listing, email us at thepersaudfoundation@gmail.com, or message us at (909)-586-8405 for any questions. Thank you all for your support, & we look forward to seeing you all there!

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Recently, we published a fascinating new article on the Green Moray Eel! The Green Moray Eel is a large species of Moray Eel found in the western Atlantic Ocean. It is the largest species of Moray Eel so far. It is considered to be a true eel, meaning that it is classified under the order Angulliformes. Though they are commonly found in shallow water reefs, they inhabit waters as deep as 130 feet. They are generally found alone, & do not live in packs, or groups. This article dives into all the fascinating facets of the Green Moray Eel including its reproduction, discovery, intelligence, locomotion, diet, predators, & parasites. To learn more, or to read the full article please visit the link below, or visit the website in our profile. https://www.thepersaudcatalog.org/post/the-green-moray-eel-of-isla-de-la-juventud-cuba-gymnothorax-funebris

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Hello Ladies & Gentlemen! We wanted to release a bit more information on our upcoming California Pizza Kitchen fundraiser on March 17th, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 9:30 PM. We have partnered with California Pizza Kitchen Encino at 16101 Ventura Blvd, Encino, CA, to host a fundraiser on March 17th, 2026, in which anyone who mentions our fundraiser at checkout will have 20% of the proceeds of their purchased donated to our organization. We will have a representative of our organization at the restaurant between 3:30 & 4:30 PM. We ask that all those interested in the fundraiser RSVP through our Groupraise Page at https://www.groupraise.com/events/318083. Please remember to mention our fundraiser to staff at the time of purchase using a physical flyer which we will have available in the restaurant, or a copy of this social media post. To all those placing orders online through the California Pizza Kitchen website, please use code BACK20%. Please share this fundraiser with as many people as possible to support our organization! We thank you all for your support, & look forward to seeing you there! Who Are We? We are a U.S 501(c)3 marine biological nonprofit organization, dedicated to protecting the ocean through education, conservation, & public involvement. We currently run an electronic newsletter called The Persaud Catalog, publish online courses about marine biology, & conduct local conservation & education events in Southern California.

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