A thriving ocean is one filled with life – from microscopic plankton drifting in sunlit waters to majestic whales gliding through the deep blue, every form of ocean life plays a vital role in keeping our planet balanced and alive. Marine biodiversity is what keeps our oceans healthy and resilient. It keeps our seas healthy, climate stable, and communities nourished. When biodiversity thrives, the ocean can do what it does best – sustain life.
But this delicate balance is under pressure. When biodiversity declines, the effects ripple and reaches far beyond the waves. Overfishing and unsustainable fishing practices threaten this delicate balance, depleting fish populations and harming many non-targeted species including endangered, threatened and protected (ETP) species like sharks, seabirds, rays and turtles.
And here’s the catch – when our oceans lose diversity, our dinner plates do too. Fewer fish species mean fewer options on our menus and in our shops. A reminder that our lives and choices are deeply tied to the health of the ocean. Protecting marine biodiversity isn’t just about conserving the ocean, but it’s also about securing the food we love and heavily rely upon.
By choosing sustainably sourced, SASSI green-listed seafood, you’re helping protect marine life and supporting responsible fishing practices that safeguards our seas. A healthy ocean is a biodiverse one, and every meal is a chance to make a difference.