Thousands of seadragons dead in south Australia’s worst recorded harmful algal bloom — IUCN Seahorse, Pipefish & Seadragon Over the past 7 months, South Australia has experienced the largest recorded mass mortality of leafy seadragons (Phycodurus eques) and weedy seadragons (Phyllopteryx taeniolatus). Thousands of these i...

#ICYMI South Australia has experienced the largest recorded mass mortality of #leafyseadragons & #weedyseadragons. Thousands of these iconic fishes have died during an extended harmful algal bloom. Read more www.iucn-seahorse.org/news/2025/9/...

#SavingIconicFishes #Seadragon

Introducing our #IconicFishes! 📣These quirky little wonders of the ocean each have their own charm and story to tell. Stay tuned as they take centre stage in our upcoming arts movement, "Inspired by Iconic Fishes". 🎭🎨🖌️🎶🪩🎥

#InspiredByIconicFishes #SavingIconicFishes

Spotting a seahorse in the wild is pure magic! Next time you meet one of these little wonders underwater, remember these do's and don'ts to keep the 📸experience safe for them and the ocean we love. #SeahorsePhotography #iSeahorse #SavingIconicFishes #UnderwaterPhotography

Spotting a seahorse in the wild is pure magic! Next time you meet one of these little wonders underwater, remember these do's and don'ts to keep the 📸experience safe for them and the ocean we love. #SeahorsePhotography #iSeahorse #UnderwaterPhotography #ProjectSeahorse #SavingIconicFishes

🌊 Read the latest from our SPS SG members Dr David Booth and @maartendb.bsky.social! The paper looks at what we know and don’t know about leafy, common and ruby seadragons, and what’s needed to better protect them 💙.

🔗📖Dive in: link.springer.com/article/10.1...

#Seadragons #SavingIconicFishes

Q&A with Syd Ascione on bringing the ocean’s most mysterious Syngnathids to an International Stage  - Project Seahorse At this year’s 12th Indo-Pacific Fish Conference in Taiwan, our research biologist, Syd Ascione, shared the first-ever analysis of what we know and still don’t know about some of the most fascinating ...

Ghostpipefish, trumpetfish & other mysterious seahorse relatives rarely get the spotlight, but our research biologist Syd Ascione is changing that 💙.
Catch our Q&A after her talk at the 12th Indo-Pacific Fish Conference in Taiwan.
🔗 projectseahorse.org/qa-with-syd-...

#SavingIconicFishes #IPFC2025

Championing seahorse conservation at an international arena: Q&A with Elsa Camins, our research biologist - Project Seahorse Elsa Camins is Project Seahorse’s research biologist and the Red List Authority Coordinator for the IUCN Seahorse, Pipefish and Seadragon Specialist Group. She recently attended the 12th Indo-Pacific ...

We caught up with @elsacamins.bsky.social, our research biologist, to hear all about her time at the 12th Indo-Pacific Fish Conference in Taiwan, and what it meant to champion seahorse conservation on the global stage. 💙🌏
📖🔗 projectseahorse.org/championing-...

#IPFC2025 #SavingIconicFishes

Syngnath-curious? So is Syd, our brilliant research biologist who shared the first analysis of what we know (and don’t) about the iconic fishes in the suborder Syngnathoidei at #IPFC2025 side-event last week. Stay tuned for the paper!

#ProjectSeahorse #SavingIconicFishes @ubcoceans.bsky.social

Our brilliant Red List Authority Coordinator, @elsacamins.bsky.social, spoke at #IPFC2025 side-event on behalf of our group last week. She shared how Red Listing (assessing extinction risk) can help guide global action to protect seahorses and their relatives.
#SavingIconicFishes #IUCNRedList #IUCN

Our research biologist, Syd Ascione, just wrapped up her talk at #IPFC2025, presenting the first analysis of what we know (and don’t know) about iconic fishes in the suborder Syngnathoidei.

Stay tuned for the paper!

#SavingIconicFishes #ProjectSeahorse @ubcoceans.bsky.social

Why are so many dead seadragons washing up on the Northern Beaches? Northern Beaches residents were shocked to find dead sea dragons washed up on local beaches earlier this week, and marine experts are concerned.

Sydney’s Northern Beaches are seeing an unusual rise in dead weedy seadragons washing ashore, likely due to extreme weather and food shortages, says Prof. David Booth, our group's focal point for seadragons.

Learn more 👉 www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03...

#Seadragons #SavingIconicFishes

Infographic titled “How to be a Seahorse-Friendly Photographer” with a blue ocean-themed background, showing a yellow seahorse and a camera. It lists do’s and don’ts for underwater photographers: DO’s: Keep your distance: Stay at least 30cm (1 foot) away from seahorses to avoid causing stress. Be mindful: If a seahorse shows stress (erratic movements, swimming away, rapid gill movement), give it space and back off. Limit your time: Avoid more than 4 divers or snorkelers and keep interactions short. Limit lighting: Strong underwater lights can disturb seahorses. Use them minimally and turn them off if stress is observed. DON’Ts: No touching: Avoid all physical contact with seahorses and their habitat. No sticks or tools: Never use tools to touch or move seahorses. Bottom text: “Learn more: www.iucn-seahorse.org” with the Seahorse, Pipefish & Seadragon Specialist Group logo.

Spotting a seahorse in the wild is pure magic! Next time you meet one of these little wonders underwater, remember these simple tips to keep the 📸 experience safe for them & the ocean we love.💙 🌊

#SeahorsePhotography #SavingIconicFishes #UnderwaterPhotography #OceanPhotography #MarinePhotography

At #MaritimeIWT25, our 🇵🇭 & 🇹🇭 members are engaging with experts to tackle the illegal trade of marine species. They also joined a plenary, highlighting our conservation efforts for syngnathids. Collaboration is key to #SavingIconicFishes and protecting all marine life.

Happy #ReverseTheRedDay. We assess extinction threats, plan science-driven conservation strategies, and act through policy change, research, and global collaboration to ensure the survival of our iconic fishes! #SavingIconicFishes

Dusted off my seahorse conservation roots for a productive week with an amazing international and diverse group of syngnathid experts - so many more ideas + collaborations sparked and progressed through meeting in person.
@projectseahorse.bsky.social
#Monaco2024 #SavingIconicFishes

Proud mom post. That’s my girl #savingiconicfishes

#SavingIconicFishes 2024 in Monaco! Our experts dive into vital discussions to protect seahorses, pipefishes and seadragons. Collaboration in action for our oceans’ future! This special meeting is made possible thanks to the incredible support of @gvtmonaco.bsky.social 🇲🇨 #Day2 #Monaco2024

“Like seahorses, we are here to work hand in hand—or should I say, tail in tail—for our oceans’ future,” - Mrs Isabelle Rosabrunetto's inspiring opening at #SavingIconicFishes 2024, hosted by @gvtmonaco.bsky.social, sets the tone for a week of action-packed conservation discussions. #Monaco2024 🇲🇨🌊

As we celebrate #WorldFisheriesDay, we’re thrilled to share that next week, our experts on seahorses, pipefish & seadragons will gather in person for the first time in Monaco 🇲🇨!

Thanks, @gvtmonaco.bsky.social for hosting this historic #SavingIconicFishes meeting. Stay tuned for more! #Monaco2024

🌊 Happy World Fisheries Day 🌊
Sustainable fisheries are key to healthy oceans and the future of iconic fishes like seahorses, pipefish, and seadragons. Together, let’s protect marine biodiversity and champion sustainability!
#WorldFisheriesDay #SavingIconicFishes

Don’t miss the chance to hear Dr. Miguel Correia, our research associate share highlights from the IUCN SSC Seahorse, Pipefish & Seadragon Specialist Group at the
@sscmarine.bsky.social panel event! #IMCC7 #SavingIconicFishes

Don't miss the chance to hear Dr. Miguel Correia, our field conservation lead share highlights from the IUCN SSC Seahorse, Pipefish & Seadragon Specialist Group at the @sscmarine.bsky.social panel event! #IMCC7 #SavingIconicFishes #SPSSG

Curious about how we’re saving seahorses, pipefishes, and seadragons? Get a quick overview and learn more at www.iucn-seahorse.org #SavingIconicFishes #SPSSG #IUCN #Conservation

The IUCN SSC Seahorse, Pipefish & Seadragon Specialist Group is officially on Bluesky! 🌊 Follow us for updates on our work to protect these iconic fishes, and visit www.iucn-seahorse.org to learn more. #SavingIconicFishes #SPSSG #Conservation