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With the health of the ocean under threat, a rallying cry for marine conservation goes global. Here are some of the good-news stories.

The Case for Ocean Optimism 

In this map showing how sea surface temperatures departed from average on Oct. 14, 2021, a vast swath of anomalous chill extends along the equator west of South America. This is characteristic of the La Niña climate phenomenon. (Credit: Climate Reanalyzer)

Sea Surface Temperature Anomalies

How might it influence our winter weather? One thing's for sure: It's bad news for the drought-stricken West.

The Second La Niña in Two Years is Upon Us

A mosaic of satellite imagery acquired between September 14th and 20th shows the extent of Arctic sea ice extent as it reached its annual minimum. According to a preliminary analysis, this occurred on the 16th of the month. (Credit: Canadian Ice Service)

2021 Minimum Arctic Sea Ice Extent

Older, thicker sea ice continues to disappear, ending the summer at or near the lowest levels ever seen.

Shriveling of Arctic Sea Ice Cover Slowed a Little This Summer, But it Still Remains in a Precarious State

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