Oceans and Marine Conservation

Marine conservation is the protection of oceans, coasts, and the life in them. This topic covers marine protected areas, coral reefs, marine mammals, ocean pollution, and the management of coastal and ocean waters. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the Fish and Wildlife Service, the Coast Guard, states, and international agreements are the main institutions.

People usually ask who controls ocean waters, how marine areas are protected, and how government supports sustainable seafood. Questions also cover plastic and other pollution, threats to whales and other sea animals, and how coastal states and the federal government share authority.