Lake Letas is regarded as the largest volcanic lake in the Pacific.
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Hawksbill turtle caught and released in the Cook Islands
A database for sea turtle was created after a Hawksbill turtle was caught in a fishing net in Muri.
Protecting and managing wildlife of Suwarrow
The island of Suwarrow awaits two adventurous souls to protect and manage the environment and wildlife.
More publicity on American Samoa’s new giant coral
NOAA- funded researchers found a new record size coral colony in American Samoa after the Big Momma colony.
Death by slow strangulation
Several scientific studies and reports indicate that unsustainable fishing methods, habitat destruction and pollution continue to take a heavy toll on fish stocks.
10 villages now have sustainable sea transport and access to a canoe-building workshop
Communities build environmental friendly canoes to uplift sustainable fishing and food security.
Tackle climate change via social media
UK PhD student creates online environmental discussion group to gather science based evidence to tackle climate change in Solomon Islands.
Campaign against deep sea mining continues
PNG Alliance of Solwara Warriors step-up campaign against deep sea mining
New Ocean book for kids launched by PIFS outgoing Secretary General, Dame Meg
New Oceans book for children focuses on importance of protecting the Blue Pacific Ocean.
Coral trade impacts on ecosystem
Fiji raises concerns about the impacts of illegal trade in wildlife.