U.N. Meeting Will Help Map Out Future of the High Seas Treaty

Covering nearly half the planet’s surface, the high seas are teeming with life, from megafauna such as whales, sharks, turtles and tuna to phytoplankton and krill to deep-sea corals that have grown for centuries in darkness. These waters fuel global fisheries, regulate climate and anchor intricate food webs that reach every coastline. Now, for the … Read more

Jumbo Flying Squid Need Conservation Action

Jumbo flying squid, commonly referred to as Humboldt squid, is a culinary favorite, but insufficient management of its stock in the South Pacific could leave chefs and diners in the United States, Europe and other major markets without the flavors they crave. The South Pacific Regional Fisheries Management Organisation (SPRFMO) – the multinational entity responsible … Read more