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The Penguin Orphanage is OPEN

1/6/2023

 
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Are you passionate about wildlife conservation? Want to make a difference and support the protection of one of the world's most beloved animals? Then consider adopting a penguin through our symbolic adoption program!

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The IMPORTANCE of Ocean Literacy

1/6/2023

 
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Hey there! Do you know about ocean literacy? It's the understanding of the ocean's influence on you and your influence on the ocean. It's really important because it helps us make informed decisions and take responsible actions to protect the ocean

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VLOG- 2041 Founder Robert Swan & OYA Interview Antarctic Expedition

11/6/2022

 

VLOG: Marine Conservation Internship-message from Honduras!

11/6/2022

 

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OYA's Intern takes part in a Marine Conservation Expedition in Honduras- Part 2

9/25/2022

 
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9 months ago, I prepped everything I needed for the trip until I was finally on my way to the other side of the world! On this expedition, my role was a research assistant, where I was helping to collect annual data that is used to help monitor and protect the coral reefs in Hondura

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OYA's Intern takes part in a Marine Conservation Expedition in Honduras- Part 1

9/25/2022

 
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The hope and positivity of the OYA team, their goals, and their sense of drive and determination to educate the younger generation on the problems our ocean is currently facing, also made me reflect on these problems and motivated me to want to help solve them...

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Plastic Seas

7/19/2021

 
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Plastic Pollution
With more than 10 million tons of plastic entering our oceans each year, how is plastic pollution effecting us and what can we do about it?

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How Many Species of Penguin Are There?

6/7/2021

 
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Penguins have long been a fascination of popular culture with multiple movies and books based on these animals, but did you know that there are actually many different species of penguins?

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Understanding Ocean Currents

6/4/2021

 
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What are ocean currents and how are they formed? What causes water to be pushed around the planet in some directions but not others? Read more to find out!

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Why is Sea Ice Important?

6/2/2021

 
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Have you ever wondered what sea ice is and why it is so important? With the media focusing on the thinning sea ice around the globe, read more to learn about its importance and its relationship to global climate change! 

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5 Fun Facts About Penguins

1/15/2021

 
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Charismatic and oh-so-adorable, penguins are one of the most beloved species on earth. But, how much do you actually know about these flightless birds? Here are 5 fun facts about penguins:

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How does ocean acidification affect the economy?

1/1/2021

 
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Have you ever gone fishing or digging for clams? Do you like to eat fish or clams? Well, ocean acidification may impact your ability to go fishing or digging for clams and to enjoy eating seafood. ​

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Are whales making a comeback?

12/15/2020

 
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Whales have fascinated humans for centuries. We see this reflected through literary works such as Moby Dick and through activities such as whale watching. Human fascination has only recently led to an effort to preserve whale populations. 

Whales have been endangered for years, but are they making a comeback now?

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How does a tsunami start?

12/1/2020

 
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Tsunamis have been a source of fascination for centuries with illustrations of ancient tsunamis preserved throughout countless generations of art and stories. Indeed, tsunamis are prevalent in Greek mythology, and they can be seen in the anger of Poseidon, as well as the mythology of the Duwamish people in the form of shape-shifting water spirits, A'yahos. 

For something that seems like such a crazy anomaly, it might seem surprising that there are such detailed records of tsunamis dating back to prehistoric times. In fact, these prehistoric tsunamis, which have captivated humans’ imaginations since time immemorial, are identifiable through geological evidence. 

But what are tsunamis and how do they start?

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Why do hurricanes have an eye?

11/15/2020

 
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In the past decade or so, it seems like hurricane after hurricane has made landfall and caused major destruction. Hurricane Sandy, Hurricane Mathew, Hurricane Harvey, Hurricane Irma, Hurricane Michael - the list goes on and on.
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But how do hurricanes form and why do hurricanes have an eye? Up next, we’ll tackle these questions and many more, as we start to uncover why hurricanes have become so much more destructive in the past decade.

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