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A large patch of seagrass is growing in Dale Bay.

Fishers’ local knowledge can help identify the best locations for seagrass restoration, new research finds

July 17, 2026

New study shows coastal users can provide valuable insights that strengthen restoration planning and long-term project success Fishers and anglers possess valuable local knowledge that can help identify suitable locations for seagrass restoration, new research published by Project Seagrass shows. The study, conducted along the South Wales coastline, found that

Protecting seagrass in Priory Bay

July 16, 2026

Priory Bay in the Isle of Wight supports important seagrass meadows that provide a home for marine life as well as supporting healthy coastlines. The bay is also of great value for boating and recreation, and a popular summer anchorage. This project is exploring ways to protect the seagrass in

Embracing change: Introducing our refreshed Project Seagrass logo

July 13, 2026

In this blog, our Chief Conservation Officer, Dr Benjamin Jones, shares the thinking behind the decision to refresh the Project Seagrass logo and wider brand identity, and explains why visibility matters so much for seagrass conservation. Honouring our roots, looking to the future Back in 2013, we founded Project Seagrass

A shoal of parrotfish swim through a seagrass meadow

Seagrass meadows could help nourish millions, new study finds

July 10, 2026

New research finds that seagrass meadows support fish that can be more valuable for human nutrition than fish found on coral reefs Seagrass meadows play a majorly overlooked role in providing nutrition for coastal communities, a new study published in Cell Reports Sustainability has uncovered. The study, led by

Zostera marine seagrass meadow Porthdinllaen North Wales.

London Climate Action Week: Are we forgetting that we are nature?

July 10, 2026

Project Seagrass CEO and Co-Founder, Dr Leanne Cullen-Unsworth reflects on London Climate Action Week: I left London Climate Action Week inspired, challenged, and, at times, deeply concerned. Over the course of the week I joined conversations spanning nature finance, climate resilience, biodiversity, restoration, and global leadership. The speakers were exceptional.

Sewage algae in the Afon Cynffig Kenfig River.

Major pollution incident in Afon Cynffig Kenfig River a threat to wildlife and local communities

July 9, 2026

Project Seagrass calls for urgent action from Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water and Natural Resources Wales as a major sewage leak in Afon Cynffig Kenfig River continues to have a devastating impact on local wildlife, conservation efforts, and communities, weeks after the incident was initially identified. Afon Cynffig Kenfig River borders

Introducing SeagrassTools: strengthening the link between data and decision-making

July 6, 2026

July marks the launch of SeagrassTools, a single unified suite for seagrass science, conservation, and management which will enable users to collect, download, analyse, and act on seagrass data more effectively than ever before. The new digital suite, which integrates citizen science, ecological data, restoration experiments, and spatial analytics, will support evidence-based decision-making

Previously undocumented seagrass meadow found in Cardiff’s Severn Estuary

July 2, 2026

Field discovery reveals a healthy and apparently expanding seagrass meadow in one of the UK’s most challenging estuarine environments Marine conservation organisation Project Seagrass has found a previously undocumented intertidal seagrass meadow in Cardiff, within the Severn Estuary. The newly discovered meadow, which was found by Project Seagrass’ Chief Conservation Officer Dr Benjamin Jones, does

New FAO report highlights why sustainable fisheries must also mean protecting seagrass

June 17, 2026

The latest edition of the Food and Agriculture Organization’s State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture report lands with a poignant message. Aquatic foods are no longer a marginal part of the global food system but are central to food security, livelihoods, nutrition, and the health of the Ocean. Global fisheries

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Cynhaliwyd Symposiwm Morwellt, a gymeradwywyd gan y CU, ym mhrifddinas Cymru

Cynhaliwyd Symposiwm Morwellt 2025 y DU yng Nghaerdydd yr wythnos ddiwethaf, gan ddod â gwyddonwyr, gweithwyr cadwraeth proffesiynol, ymarferwyr, a grwpiau cymunedol ynghyd o bob rhan o’r DU. Wedi’i gynnal gan Brosiect Morwellt, y digwyddiad oedd y cyntaf yng nghyfres Symposiwm Morwellt y DU (UKSS) i dderbyn cymeradwyaeth fel Gweithgaredd

November 17, 2025

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UN endorsed Seagrass Symposium hosted in Welsh capital

The UK Seagrass Symposium 2025 took place in Cardiff last week, bringing together scientists, conservation professionals, practitioners, and community groups from across the UK. Hosted by Project Seagrass, the event was the first in the UK Seagrass Symposium (UKSS) series to receive endorsement as an official Ocean Decade Activity as

November 17, 2025

Two VR headsets are placed on the rocks at the coast at Ogmore in South Wales.

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My Seagrass Adventure: New immersive VR experience launched

On the 25th and 26th October, the team from Project Seagrass attended Swansea Science Festival to launch new VR experience: My Seagrass Adventure. The experience has been created as part of an innovative partnership between Project Seagrass, Proper Good Films, and Onyva Studio and takes users on a mesmerising journey

November 3, 2025

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Spotted catshark – Creatures that call seagrass home

In a new blog series, our Conservation Trainee Abi David explores some of the amazing creatures that call seagrass meadows their home. The small spotted catshark (Scyliorhinus canicula) is a small shark species growing up to 1 meter long and can be seen around European and North African coastlines. They

October 31, 2025

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Seagrass to the rescue and rescue to the seagrass

In an article for Halloween, Grace Cutler, one of Project Seagrass’ Interns for the 2025-26 academic year, explores the frightening reality of continued seagrass loss as a result of anthropogenic activity and how this in turn threatens seagrass’ role in supporting people and planet. Werewolves are struck down by silver

October 29, 2025

Zostera marina seagrass meadows with a snakelocks anemone

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Snakelocks anemone: Creatures that call seagrass home

In a new blog series, our Conservation Trainee Abi David explores some of the amazing creatures that call seagrass meadows their home. The snakelocks anemone is a funny looking creature commonly found around the UK. They have up to 200 long, wavy tentacles and can grow on average to about

October 22, 2025

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