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As a result of a United Nations General Assembly resolution passed in December 2008, World Oceans Day is celebrated on June 8th each year. This annual event spurred the creation of a special collections around our oceans and the efforts being made in conservation ranging from pollution to habitat restoration to fishing and fisheries.

The special collection continues to grow along with Plastic in Our Oceans and 1Water, with a focus on the challenge of providing clean drinking water to the world population.

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Why do marine iguanas swim in the ocean?

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April 30, 2026

The marine iguana is the only lizard globally that forages in the ocean, making it a truly unique reptile. 🦎

Learn more about marine iguanas and other species in our Marine Life Encyclopedia: https://oceana.ly/marineiguana


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