Rappler's latest stories on marine biodiversity
5 governors commit to protect Visayan Sea
The agreement seeks to restore, conserve, and protect the Visayan Sea's marine biodiversity
Marine scientist calls for stronger action to protect Philippine seas
Marine scientist Dr. Daniel Pauly says that their report has shown that the catch of fisheries across the globe is not only much higher than what is being reported by FAO – it has also been declining in the past two decades.
WATCH: How sharks are killed at Pasay market
Of the country s approximately 200 shark and ray species only two are protected by Philippine laws
Meet creatures from the PH's top marine hotspot in this local exhibit
The Mind Museum s exhibit ‘A Glass of The Sea includes select footage from the CAS Verde Island Passage expedition
IN PHOTOS: 12 'rare and new' species in Verde Island Passage
Meet spectacular sea slugs sea urchins and starfish that further affirm the Philippines reputation as a hotspot for marine biodiversity
Every Filipino has a role: Taking care of our oceans and seas
May is Month of the Ocean It is a reminder that we a people heavily reliant on the bounty of healthy seas for sustenance and income should do our part in protecting them
UN moves toward major treaty for ocean biodiversity
International treaties already regulate activities such as fishing or protection of certain areas but no text covers all dangers threatening marine life
Australia confident of Antarctic marine reserve in 2015
Despite failing to reach consensus during the international talks on protecting biodiversity in East Antarctica Australia remains confident its plans would succeed next year
Human resource needs threatens deep-water ecosystems
The doubling of the world s population over the past five decades is putting great strain on the deep sea ecosystems
Isla Verde: Garbage, pollution threaten world jewel
Pollution continues to plague the most important marine sanctuary in the world
Breaking Glass: Anna Oposa on saving the Philippine seas
Breaking Glass features Chief Mermaid Anna Oposa founder of the group Save Philippine Seas She says caring for the environment starts with simple shift in mindset
