Marine Conservation Headlines

Sunken Dreams brings you the latest and groundbreaking worldwide news in marine conservation and the problems affecting the oceans. Keep up to speed with the latest headlines affecting some of the world's greatest aquatic creatures, marine habitats and communities.

Shellshocking legal move against India's 'turtle' god

Freshwater Gangetic Turtle

Officials in the Indian state of Orissa have filed a case against a priest for illegally keeping a rare turtle under the belief that it is a god.

The freshwater Gangetic turtle has natural markings on its shell which resemble the eyes of a Hindu deity. Gangetic turtles are on an official list of endangered species in India. Worshippers chased away forestry officials who tried to rescue the creature in Kendrapara district, about 150km (93 miles) from Bhubaneswar.

L'Oreal - Because Shark's are Worth It!

L'Oreal Lips

Concerns over the survival of shark species has prompted leading cosmetic brands to drop shark liver oil as a moisturising base for creams and lotions.

A spokesperson for Unilever said its decision "... is part and parcel of becoming as responsible as one can in our supply chain." Instead it has started switching to plant sources for the compound, squalene.

Buying billboards in China are striking a blow against shark fin soup!

Yao Ming Shark Billboard

Last year, WildAid had 200 billboards in Beijing for 3 months. In a survey, 19% of Beijingers responding remembered having seen the boards and 82% of those people said they would stop or reduce their consumption of shark fin soup. Imagine the power of 1000 billboards for an entire year. This campaign works and your billboard will have an impact!

Wildlife Experts May Move Molokai Monk Seal

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Wildlife experts may move a Hawaiian monk seal that is acting more like a pet than a wild animal. KP2 was released in a remote part of Molokai, but he seems to crave human contact. He has been hanging out near Kaunakakai wharf for a few months. Residents have been asked to stay away from the creature, however, many find it hard to resist the playful animal.

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