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Oceans Darken: 21% Loss Threatens Marine Life

6/1/2025

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A startling study from the University of Plymouth shows that more than 21% of our oceans have darkened over the last two decades, endangering the crucial photic zone where marine life flourishes. Sediment runoff and climate change are wreaking havoc, jeopardizing fragile ecosystems and the countless species that rely on sunlight to thrive.

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A startling study from the University of Plymouth shows that more than 21% of our oceans have darkened over the last two decades, endangering the crucial photic zone where marine life flourishes. Sediment runoff and climate change are wreaking havoc, jeopardizing fragile ecosystems and the countless species that rely on sunlight to thrive.