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Leaders in marine conservation, taking action for seahorses and their seas.
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We are leaders in marine conservation, making discoveries & collaborating globally to take effective action for seahorses and their seas.
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Explore some of the ocean’s most quirky fishes
Explore some of the ocean’s most quirky fishes
We are pleased to share our latest research paper, “The state of knowledge on four families of Syngnathoidei fishes (Teleostei: Syngnathiformes): Aulostomidae, Centriscidae, Fistulariidae and Solenostomidae”, published in Journal of Fish Biology. The study takes a deep dive into the relatives of seahorses, a group of remarkable but often understudied fishes found in coastal waters around the world.
Bottom trawling catches thousands of fish species, including those most at-risk
Bottom trawling catches thousands of fish species, including those most at-risk
From seahorses to sharks, more than 3,000 fish species have been caught in bottom trawls, including many at risk of extinction, according to a new global inventory. More than 3,000 fish species have been caught in bottom trawls, with estimates suggesting the true number could be nearly double, according to the world’s first global inventory. Published in Reviews in Fish Biology and Fisheries by researchers at the University …
iSeahorse: Report your seahorse sightings here
iSeahorse: Report your seahorse sightings here
Spotlight on iSeahorse #CitizenScienceMonth
Spotlight on iSeahorse #CitizenScienceMonth
April is citizen science month, and we’re shining a spotlight on iSeahorse, Project Seahorse’s global community science platform that encourages ocean enthusiasts to report seahorse sightings and help fill critical research gaps. Since its launch, we have gained over 20,000 observations spanning nearly 100 countries and representing 40 of the 46 known charismatic seahorse species, …
Advances in life-history knowledge for 35 seahorse species from community science - Project Seahorse
Advances in life-history knowledge for 35 seahorse species from community science - Project Seahorse
This study presents new life-history data for 35 seahorse species using community science contributions, enhancing our understanding of seahorse biology and informing conservation efforts.
Harnessing community science for seahorse population monitoring: insights from the iSeahorse programme in Tampa Bay - Project Seahorse
Harnessing community science for seahorse population monitoring: insights from the iSeahorse programme in Tampa Bay - Project Seahorse
iSeahorse community science monitoring reveals key insights into seahorse populations in Tampa Bay, supporting research, conservation, and citizen engagement in marine biodiversity monitoring.
January 2026 - Newsletter - Project Seahorse
January 2026 - Newsletter - Project Seahorse
Coral reef survival: depth, marine protected areas, and seascape structure are key - Project Seahorse
Coral reef survival: depth, marine protected areas, and seascape structure are key - Project Seahorse
Living corals are more likely to survive and thrive when found in deeper water, within Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), or in compact reef patches, according to a new study by UBC researchers published in People and Nature. Coral reefs are among the most diverse and valuable ecosystems on Earth. Living corals create shelter for hundreds …
Seized & Exposed: Tip of the illegal seahorse trade
Seized & Exposed: Tip of the illegal seahorse trade
Advancing seahorse conservation in Indonesia
Advancing seahorse conservation in Indonesia
New study highlights the value of community science for seahorse monitoring and conservation
New study highlights the value of community science for seahorse monitoring and conservation
We are pleased to announce the publication of our latest research paper “Harnessing Community Science for Seahorse Population Monitoring: Insights from the iSeahorse Program in Tampa Bay” in Aquatic Conservation: Marine and Freshwater Ecosystems. The study showcases the important role of community science in monitoring seahorse populations to support conservation efforts.
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