Sea Save Foundation
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Week in Review: Save Cayman!, Scientist Study Predator-Prey Behavior, and More!
Many of us here at Sea Save had the honor of diving in the beautiful, rich, and pristine waters in the Cayman Islands. The Government has recently proposed the construction of a Cruise Berthing Facility to increase cruise tourism in the area. The construction of the piers will have significant negative impacts on the George town Harbour ecosystem. The increased silt areas as a result of the dredging will destroy hundreds of square footage of reef. The Environmental Impact Assessment reports the extend of the anticipated damage here. Save Cayman, a grassroots organization, has worked to educate the world on the impact of this development and has started a petition against the destruction of the precious reefs in the area. So, here's our call to action- if you are interested in making an impact, regardless of where you are in the world, please review the Save Cayman website and consider signing the petition here...
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A study from the University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science & Abess Center for Ecosystem Science & Policy examined the predator-prey interactions between tiger sharks and sea turtles. Using long-term tracking data from both species, scientist were able to determine that turtles have not altered their surfacing behavior to avoid the tiger sharks. It appears that sharks are no longer an important factor influencing the turtle movements which may be a result of decreased tiger shark populations. This report also discusses the "landscape of fear" model, a scientific theory that explains how animals move and interact with their environment based on their fear of being attacked. Read more...
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This week, over 600 baby turtles were released into the ocean off of the Boca Raton beach. These hatchlings missed their swim frenzy due to disorienting artificial light. The Gumbo Limbo Nature Center and the US Coast Guard aided in the release to make sure that the sea turtles were able to begin their aquatic life on the right flipper! Read more...
1. Save Cayman!
Many of us here at Sea Save had the honor of diving in the beautiful, rich, and pristine waters in the Cayman Islands. The Government has recently proposed the construction of a Cruise Berthing Facility to increase cruise tourism in the area. The construction of the piers will have significant negative impacts on the George town Harbour ecosystem. The increased silt areas as a result of the dredging will destroy hundreds of square footage of reef. The Environmental Impact Assessment reports the extend of the anticipated damage here. Save Cayman, a grassroots organization, has worked to educate the world on the impact of this development and has started a petition against the destruction of the precious reefs in the area. So, here's our call to action- if you are interested in making an impact, regardless of where you are in the world, please review the Save Cayman website and consider signing the petition here...-----------------------------------------------
2. Scientists Study Predator-Prey Behavior Between Sharks and Turtles
A study from the University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science & Abess Center for Ecosystem Science & Policy examined the predator-prey interactions between tiger sharks and sea turtles. Using long-term tracking data from both species, scientist were able to determine that turtles have not altered their surfacing behavior to avoid the tiger sharks. It appears that sharks are no longer an important factor influencing the turtle movements which may be a result of decreased tiger shark populations. This report also discusses the "landscape of fear" model, a scientific theory that explains how animals move and interact with their environment based on their fear of being attacked. Read more...
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3. White House Launches American Business Act on Climate Pledge
This week, the White House released a press statement that describes the plant to discuss climate change with 13 of the largest companies from across the American economy. Alcoa, Apple, Bank of America, berkshire Hathaway Energy, Cargill, Coca-Cola, General Motors, Goldman Sachs, Google, Mircosoft, PepsiCo, UPS, and Walmart have entered into the American Business Act on Climate Pledge. By signing the pledge, companies will voice support a strong outcome to the Paris climate negotiations in Decemeber, reduce their own carbon emissions, and make investments into new renewable energy and low carbon technologies. Read more...
3. White House Launches American Business Act on Climate Pledge
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4. Over 600 Baby Sea Turtles Get a 2nd Chance
This week, over 600 baby turtles were released into the ocean off of the Boca Raton beach. These hatchlings missed their swim frenzy due to disorienting artificial light. The Gumbo Limbo Nature Center and the US Coast Guard aided in the release to make sure that the sea turtles were able to begin their aquatic life on the right flipper! Read more...-----------------------------------------------
