Ocean Library

Explore key terms and concepts that drive our mission to protect and restore the health of our ocean. From scientific jargon to conservation initiatives, get familiar with the language of ocean advocacy.

It’s a living library so check back often to learn something new!

A
Algal Bloom
Antipodean Albatross (Toroa)
B
Benthos
Blue Carbon
C
Carbon Sequestration
D
E
Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ)
F
G
H
Hauraki Gulf (Tīkapa Moana, Te Moana Nui A Toi)
Hector’s Dophin (Upokohue)
I
J
K
Kelp Forest Restoration
L
M
Marine Life Protection
Marine Sustainable Development Goals
N
O
Octopus (Wheke)
P
Q
R
S
Snapper – Tāmare
T
U
V
W
Whales: New Zealand Marine Mammals
X
Y
Z
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