Scientists are using forensic eDNA to solve the mysteries of the deep-sea floor. By testing a scoop of dirt from the ocean floor, they’ve mapped entire ecosystems of bacteria and fungi.
To read more;
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#seamounts #DNAtech #microbes #nanopore #scicomm #science
2/2 #Seamounts are critical oases along migration routes for feeding, breeding, and spawning areas. Less than 1% are protected. That needs to change. 🌊 #CMSCOP15 #Seamounts
👉 Watch the intervention by OceanCare's Laetitia Nunny: www.youtube.com/live/Eye2WiL...
@cms.int
Did you know that some #seamounts that appeared on earlier maps may not actually exist?
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Four adult whales swim close together near the surface of calm water.
Trump just announced that he is — once again — attempting to strip away critical protections for #NortheastCanyons and #Seamounts Marine National Monument.
In 2020 when he signed a proclamation allowing commercial fishing in the area, we sued to challenge his unlawful rollback 🐋🐬🐟
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Last week, President Trump stripped away federal protections for the Northeast Canyons and Seamounts National Marine Monument.
God's creation is worthy of our stewardship and protection. See our official statement below.
#FaithInAction #ProtectOurWaters #seamounts
Seamount ecosystems can’t wait.
We’re continuing to echo calls for the EU to advance deep-sea closures based on ICES science.
Protection now = biodiversity for centuries.
Protect seamounts. Lead by example. 🌊
#DeepSea #Seamounts #EUOceans #Conservation
Revealing Ecological Connectivity Between Seamounts in the Deep Sea #Japan #Conservation #Tsukuba #Deep_Sea #Seamounts
Last week @sciaena-ngo.bsky.social passed on the torch to @peweurope.bsky.social to guard the deep sea criter! The tiny octupus will come back to #NEAFC in 2026 where it hopes to see progress being made towards EBFM and real deep sea protection 🐙
#MakeEBFMWork #VMEs #Seamounts #OceanLifelines
The 2025 International Union for Conservation of Nature (@sscmarine.bsky.social) World Conservation Congress (WCC) has adopted a resolution intended to end #bottomtrawling in international #seamounts by the end of 2026. www.seafoodsource.com/news/environ...
#Seamounts support the health of the entire ocean—they are our #OceanLifelines. But these underwater mountains are under threat from #BottomTrawling, as exposed by Sir David Attenborough's OCEAN.
Learn more about how we’re working to #ProtectSeamounts:
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Anyone that see me mention chemistry, oceans, #shrimp, #krill, #seamounts, #submarinevolcanoes and #OceanCurrents and oscillations like #ENSO?
#Seamounts need protection from threats like #BottomTrawling, where heavy nets are dragged along, destroying precious marine life.
Protect seamounts, protect the ocean.
🔁 Share the video to spread the word. #OceanLifelines
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This is a pivotal year to #ProtectSeamounts, our #OceanLifelines.
Read below our 2025 reflections on #seamounts protection and see how you can support our campaign. 👇
#Seamounts are oases of life in the deep, home to cold-water corals, sponges & pit stops for migratory species on long ocean voyages. Despite global commitments, seamounts have been under threat from destructive deep-sea bottom trawling for decades.
The DSCC calls for:
✅ urgent protection of High Seas #seamounts from destructive fishing, such as bottom trawling.
✅ application of the precautionary principle and adoption of a #DeepSeaMining moratorium until effective management decisions can be based on independent science.
#DefendTheDeep
#seamounts - extraordinarily important to #ocean ecology - are not in the news much….. @oceana.bsky.social
🏔️ Did you know there are an estimated 10,000 #seamounts in the ocean?
These underwater mountains are fundamental to our understanding of #ocean ecosystems - but how much do you know about their early history?
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The dazzling life on #seamounts is breathtaking! 😍
Our new video showcases vibrant deep-sea life & the voices of scientists fighting to protect them. With seamounts under threat, their expertise is vital in decision-making. #OceanLifelines
Watch & share!
🐠🐙 #Seamounts in the Southeast Pacific Ocean are among the most ecologically rich places on Earth. However, these ecosystems are threatened by industrial fishing.
At #SPRFMO, govts took a step forward but immediate action is needed. #ProtectSeamounts @dialogueearth.bsky.social #MPAs
This #DeepDay, we must turn science & traditional knowledge that help us understand the #DeepSea into action.
Ending bottom trawling on #seamounts is 1️⃣ of the clearest actions governments can take to breathe life back into our ocean. bit.ly/44po3Aj
#ProtectSeamounts @seamounty.bsky.social
Across the world, our governments have committed to protect ocean health. Now they must act.
Ending commercial #BottomTrawling trawling on #Seamounts is achievable, urgent—and long overdue.
Let’s stop destroying #DeepSea for short-term gain.
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#Seamounts need protection from threats like #BottomTrawling, where heavy nets are dragged along, destroying precious marine life.
Protect seamounts, protect the ocean.
🔁 Share the video to spread the word. #OceanLifelines
We celebrated a decade of deep-sea protections at the North Pacific Fisheries Commission 🎉
Our event with @pewtrusts.org was a deep dive into #seamounts & the future of ocean conservation in the region. We need stronger protections against destructive fishing activities such as #Bottom Trawling.
🌊 Which #seabed feature do you find most fascinating?
Let us know why in the comments!
A. Trenches
B. #Seamounts
C. Abyssal plains
D. Hydrothermal vents
North Pacific #seamounts are biodiversity hotposts, have great cultural significance and play a role in mitigating the global climate crisis.
This week's #NPFC meeting offers a crucial opportunity to strengthen protections for the North Pacific’s seamounts.
Go on an underwater journey to discover the vibrant colors and characters of deep-sea #seamounts.
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We’ll highlight the need for vulnerable marine ecosystems (#VMEs) like #seamounts, hydrothermal vents, and cold-water corals to be protected from destructive fishing practices, particularly #BottomTrawling.
Read our priorities - deep-sea-conservation.org/resources/ds...
The dazzling life on #seamounts is breathtaking! 😍
Our new video showcases vibrant deep-sea life & the voices of scientists fighting to protect them. With seamounts under threat, their expertise is vital in decision-making. #OceanLifelines
Watch & RT to spread the word:
