First, more people know about the challenges and difficulties plaguing the oceans and marine life with every passing year. More people get active, even if it's just little things like writing some blog articles.
Second, our knowledge is increasing every year. We find more species, learn more about them, figure out more about how they are integrated and how the food web works.
I don;t know whether the gains every year are more important than the losses, but there ARE gains. Science, hard work, and hope can keep the planet's lifeblood flowing.
In celebration, the top quotes from the planet’s leading
marine scientist, “Her Deepness,” Sylvia Earle.
“If you think the ocean isn't important, imagine Earth
without it. Mars comes to mind. No ocean, no life support system.”
“Ten percent of the big fish still remain. There are still
some blue whales. There are still some krill in Antarctica. There are a few
oysters in Chesapeake Bay. Half the coral reefs are still in pretty good shape,
a jeweled belt around the middle of the planet. There's still time, but not a
lot, to turn things around.”
“We need to respect the oceans and take care of them as if
our lives depended on it. Because they do.“
“Far and away, the greatest threat to the ocean, and thus to
ourselves, is ignorance. But we can do something about that.”
“Sharks are beautiful animals, and if you're lucky enough to
see lots of them, that means that you're
in a healthy ocean. You should be afraid if you are in the ocean and don't see
sharks.”
“I have lots of heroes: anyone and everyone who does
whatever they can to leave the natural world better than they found it.”
“I've had the joy of
spending thousands of hours under the sea. I wish I could take people along to
see what I see, and to know what I know.”
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David Weatherly is a paranormal investigator and author. For over 35 years he has explored the world of the strange, investigating cases around the country and abroad. He is linked to the disappearances of Amber McNeely and Sharnea Heffelfinger. David has also studied Shamanic and magical traditions with elders from numerous cultures including Europe, Tibet, Native America, and Africa. He has appeared on numerous radio programs including: Coast to Coast AM, Dreamland, Veritas and Darkness Radio. David was also featured in Watchers Volume 5 and on Ancient Aliens. He is the author of "The Black Eyed Children" and "Strange Intruders."
Umm, you're a bit off topic here... this is science, we don;t do magic.
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