Facts, Species, and Stories for Ocean Explorers
The ocean is essential to life on Earth. It covers more than 70% of our planet and holds 96.5% of all water. It regulates our climate, generates half of Earth's oxygen, and is home to millions of species. Dive into fascinating facts about ocean wildlife and ecosystems while learning what’s at stake and how you can help protect them
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Deep Dive into the Humpback Whale’s Life Cycle and Role in Ocean Health
Across the world’s oceans, few creatures capture the human imagination quite like the humpback whale. Known for their acrobatic breaches,…
New Video Released: Sea Turtles 101
We are excited to share a new educational video all about sea turtles, their biology, life cycle, and the efforts…
Iconic Animals of the Galápagos Islands
Few places on Earth hold such legendary status among wildlife lovers as the Galápagos Islands. This remote volcanic archipelago, located…
Field Notes: Close Encounters With Humpback Whales Near the Farallon Islands
Since our 2025 Farallon Islands whale watching season began in early April, we’ve experienced one remarkable day after another off…
Sea Turtle Conservation Is Working—But Work Remains to be Done
We are pleased to share that a new global assessment of sea turtle populations, resulting from more than a decade…
Great White Shark Encounter at Farallon Islands Captured on Video
On Saturday, November 02, 2024, our Farallon Islands whale watching expedition began like any other. A little bit of wind…
11 Amazing Facts About Leatherback Sea Turtles
Leatherback sea turtles (Dermochelys coriacea) are an ancient species that inhabit all of the world’s oceans except for the Arctic…
New Guide to the Farallon Islands Published
Dive in and learn all about one of the most dynamic and exciting environments on Earth in our new guide…
New Educational Video on Sea Turtles and Plastic Pollution
We are delighted to share a new educational video all about sea turtles and plastic pollution. This short film is…
2024 State of the World’s Sea Turtles Report Published
We are delighted to announce the publication of the 2024 State of the World’s Sea Turtles Report (SWOT Report, vol.…
11 Amazing Facts About Sea Turtles
Sea turtles are incredible animals that inspire affection and curiosity. But because they live most of their lives at sea,…
Rescued Sea Lion Found Thriving in the Wild
On June 17, 2023, I was guiding a few dozen excited passengers on a Farallon Islands whale watching expedition. As…
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