News

The Department of Marine and Wildlife Resources signed a cooperative agreement with the village of Fagasa on Tuesday, June 4,  2024.

The latest scientific report shows that almost 60 percent of our coral reefs have somewhat been affected by the warming ocean temperatures.

Increased collaboration among stakeholders is critical to tackling environmental challenges, according to the 4th National Environmental Symposium held yesterday, June 20th, 2024, at the Amayong Cultural Center.

Niue Island welcomed the first migratory Oceania humpback whales to their shores yesterday (20 June). This much anticipated annual arrival marks another early start to the season, which traditionally runs from July-October.

The permanent representative of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) to the United Nations in New York, Ambassador Jeem Lippwe has emphasised the urgent need for decisive global action on ocean protection in light of the climate crisis.

Coastline communities must get involved in preserving mangrove habitats to protect the shoreline, says a marine biologist.  Eda Davara Sanctuary project manager and marine biologist Alena Gebai said: "The protection of coastal areas by planting mangrove can reduce shoreline erosion.

The Micronesian Conservation Coalition and its supporters raised more than $67,500 at the 3rd Annual Ocean Gala held at the Hyatt Regency Guam on May 11. 

Sea turtles have spent more than 100 million years honing impressive navigation abilities. After traveling thousands of miles from the beach where they were born, these ancient creatures can find their way back to that same location to build a nest and lay their own eggs.

In a proactive move to enhance biodiversity conservation in the Pacific region, IUCN Oceania recently conducted a series of impactful engagements, aligning with the theme "Be Part of the Plan." This theme, a call to action for all stakeholders to halt and reverse biodiversity loss by implem

As we celebrate World Environment Day, this event is very important for communities around the world who are closely connected to the health of our environment. World Environment Day has encouraged people to protect and restore the natural areas that support us all.