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On #WorldOceanDay, we recognize that the ocean isn't just a beautiful place but an essential part of our lives. It provides food and oxygen, influences weather and climate, and challenges us to understand life different from our own. Take care of our ocean, today and always!

#MooringBuoys are a vital part of the infrastructure in many marine sanctuaries. Buoys make it safer and easier for visitors to access sanctuary sites—while protecting sensitive resources from anchor damage. 🔗sanctuaries.noaa.gov/news/2025/inst… #RecreateResponsibly #OceanMonthNOAA

🤿 Sanctuary Saturday at @moodygardens Join us on Saturday (6/14) at 1 p.m. in the Moody Gardens Aquarium in front of the Coral Rescue Lab. We will be learning all about the corals that live in the Gulf, off the coast of Texas and Louisiana, with a hands-on activity.

After a long offshore transit, survey technicians aboard the NOAA Ship Nancy Foster mapped the seafloor at #ParkerBank overnight. Their efforts revealed an undocumented patch reef features! At day break, the team transitioned to ROV operations at #AlderdiceBank. (1/2)

But as anyone who works at sea knows—unexpected challenges means plans can change quickly. The ship suffered a propulsion issue that impacted #ROV operations. The team is pivoting to collect water samples and map other priority areas. Offshore science requires flexibility! (2/2)

👀 New Flower Garden Banks Interactive Map and Data Explorer! The online GIS-based mapping tool hosts data layers for bathymetry, management zones, oil and gas activities, mooring buoys, and oceanographic data in and around the sanctuary. 🔗experience.arcgis.com/experience/b95…

What happens to invasive lionfish removed from #FGBNMS and artificial reefs in the Gulf? We examine the gut contents and collect other valuable information for research to better understand the impact #lionfish have. Lionfish Invitational program: flowergarden.noaa.gov/involved/lionf…

Two-fer Tuesday! These African Pompano make quite a pair with their sleek, silvery bodies. #AfricanPompano are part of the Jack Family and can be identified by their deep silver body with a steep, blunt forehead. More silvery sanctuary fishes at flowergarden.noaa.gov/about/fishlist…

Do you know your Blue IQ? Watch our new series to learn how to have the best beach day ever - from planning before you go, how to avoid threats in the water, and what to do in a worst-case scenario! oceantoday.noaa.gov/blueiq/welcome…

Did you see any sharks, rays, or sea turtles? Was there any coral bleaching? Did something not look quite right? Did you see a bird or a whale at the surface? Share any interesting observations by emailing us at [email protected]. flowergarden.noaa.gov/involved/citiz…

The #MesophoticandDeepBenthicCommunities Expeditions #StoryMap is live! The Deepwater Horizon oil spill injured deep-sea habitats over a large area. Since 2021, NOAA and collaborators have implemented restoration projects across the northern Gulf. storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/908a2d…

Don't be #squirrelfish! Submit your best sanctuary photos to the #GetIntoYourSanctuary #PhotoContest on #NationalCameraDay. Open to all ages—amateurs and pros until September 1, 2025. More information: sanctuaries.noaa.gov/photo-contest.…

Lionfish Invitational Success! The June lionfish research and removal cruise to the sanctuary and surrounding artificial reefs was a resounding success! Volunteer divers, citizen scientists, and research partners removed 99 invasive lionfish. flowergarden.noaa.gov/involved/lionf…

Red, white, and blue fish to kick off your 4th of July weekend! ❤️ Red Lizardfish 🤍Manta Ray (M23 with its mostly white underbelly) 💙 Blue Tang

R/V MANTA is back in the sanctuary! R/V MANTA is the sanctuary's research vessel that conducts research and monitoring in and around the sanctuary and went in for a shipyard period in 2023. Divers and crew conducted emergency plans and rescue scenarios to prep for the season.

🦈 Join us this weekend (7/12-14) to explore and learn about the sharks and rays of Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary. 🐟 Shark & Ray Awareness Day 📆 July 12-14, 2025, at 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 📍 Moody Gardens Visitor Center lobby in Galveston, Texas

Here's a Fun Fish Fact for your Friday! #FrenchAngelfish are considered spongivores, meaning that they eat sponges. #StetsonBank provides lots of feeding opportunities in this respect. It’s like a sponge buffet! #FridayFact #FridayFishFact

You want sharks and rays? We've got them! #FGBNMS hosts a healthy population of elasmobranchs, more commonly known as sharks and rays. With over 20 species of sharks and rays in the sanctuary, you are sure to find one that you think is pretty jaw-some! #SharkandRayAwarenessDay