The United Nations marked World Oceans Day with a rallying cry for marine conservation, warning that humanity’s “out of sight, out of mind” approach is pushing oceans to the brink. 🌍🔬
Why It Matters Now
UN Secretary-General António Guterres didn’t mince words: Rising seas threaten island nations, acidification is killing coral reefs, and overfishing is emptying our waters. “The ocean sustains life on Earth,” he said, “but we’re failing it.”
By the Numbers
🔥 Rising temperatures = fiercer storms 🎣 34% of global fish stocks overfished 🐠 50% of coral reefs lost since 1950
What’s Next?
The UN urged global cooperation to meet Sustainable Development Goal 14 (Life Below Water). Young activists worldwide are already leading beach cleanups and policy campaigns. Ready to dive in? 💪🌐
