@MBNMS

One of our nation's most spectacular underwater parks, MBNMS protects 6,094 sq miles of diverse ocean ecosystems. Follows & likes ≠ endorsement.

 Monterey, CA USA
montereybay.noaa.gov
Joined July 2009
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NOAA's Monterey Bay NMS retweeted
Sanctuaries (NOAA)@sanctuaries9 Aug 2023
NEW SPECIES ALERT 🚨 A newly discovered sponge, Megaciella sanctuarium, has been named in honor of Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary!
Newly discovered, bright orange sponge underwater. Known as Megaciella sanctuarium.

ALT Newly discovered, bright orange sponge underwater. Known as Megaciella sanctuarium.

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NOAA's Monterey Bay NMS retweeted
NOAA Education@NOAAeducation13 Sep 2022
Audrey Sarin, a Hollings scholar, and Gracia Rojas, an EPP/MSI scholar, have been hard at work above and below the water this summer in @MBNMS for research and outreach. #NOAAScholars #WomeninSTEM @sanctuaries @marinesanctuary noaa.gov/office-of-education…

Scholars diving for research and outreach

Hard at work above and below water at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary

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NOAA's Monterey Bay NMS retweeted
USFWS Pacific@USFWSPacific27 Jul 2022
In response to a directive from Congress, @USFWS evaluated the feasibility of reintroducing sea otters to the West Coast of the contiguous U.S. Reintroduction is feasible in northern CA & OR. The study doesn’t provide a recommendation on reintroduction: go.usa.gov/xSQjh
A raft of southern sea otters, about a dozen in all, rest and clean themselves while floating on their backs.

ALT A raft of southern sea otters, about a dozen in all, rest and clean themselves while floating on their backs.

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NOAA's Monterey Bay NMS retweeted
Sanctuaries (NOAA)@sanctuaries11 Jan 2022
What's that noise? Check out this new StoryMap highlighting what we are learning about noise in your sanctuaries! This information is supporting NOAA's role in the US delegation to the International Maritime Organization! Visit: go.usa.gov/xt2T9 📸Cascadia Research
A whale surfaces with a large vessel in the background.

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NOAA's Monterey Bay NMS retweeted
Sanctuaries (NOAA)@sanctuaries19 Dec 2021
Time for a Sunday splash! 🐬 Risso's dolphins are a special sight at @MBNMS but can be found almost worldwide. Fun fact: These professional deep divers can hold their breath for up to 30 minutes! 📸Robin Agarwal
A Risso's dolphin jumping clear out of the water in Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. This photo was submitted for the 2021 Earth is Blue photo contest.

ALT A Risso's dolphin jumping clear out of the water in Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. This photo was submitted for the 2021 Earth is Blue photo contest.

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NOAA's Monterey Bay NMS retweeted
Sanctuaries (NOAA)@sanctuaries10 Nov 2021
With the 50th anniversary of your Sanctuary System on the horizon, learn about the accomplishments that have made NOAA’s Office of National Marine Sanctuaries a leader in ocean conservation and maritime heritage preservation. #SaveSpectacular Full story: sanctuaries.noaa.gov/news/no…
A vibrant reef surrounded by a school of fish

ALT A vibrant reef surrounded by a school of fish

Key Largo National Marine Sanctuary superintendent Billy Causey answers questions for a member of the public at an event in the late 1980s.

ALT Key Largo National Marine Sanctuary superintendent Billy Causey answers questions for a member of the public at an event in the late 1980s.

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NOAA's Monterey Bay NMS retweeted
Sanctuaries (NOAA)@sanctuaries9 Nov 2021
🚨 BIG NEWS: We invite you to participate in the process of possibly designating a new national marine sanctuary on the central coast of California, nominated by the Northern Chumash Tribal Council! Learn how you can weigh in through January 10: sanctuaries.noaa.gov/chumash…
Morro Rock over the ocean on the horizon surrounded by hazy clouds. Rocky shoreline in the foreground.

ALT Morro Rock over the ocean on the horizon surrounded by hazy clouds. Rocky shoreline in the foreground.

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NOAA's Monterey Bay NMS retweeted
NOAA Research@NOAAResearch4 Nov 2021
Our ocean is vital to all life, but we know more about the surface of the moon than we do the bottom of the ocean! NOAA is changing our collective knowledge with every dive into the deep sea. Learn more about why we explore the ocean in this video: noaa.gov/multimedia/video/vi…
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NOAA's Monterey Bay NMS retweeted
Sanctuaries (NOAA)@sanctuaries4 Nov 2021
Through vivid images and engaging articles, “Earth Is Blue: The Magazine of the National Marine Sanctuaries” brings sanctuaries to the public, so you can experience the wonder of our ocean and Great Lakes from anywhere. Check it out, visit sanctuaries.noaa.gov/magazin… #EarthIsBlue
A green sea turtle floats at a cleaning station surrounded by small yellow fish, text reads Earth Is Blue, Magazine of the National Marine Sanctuaries.

ALT A green sea turtle floats at a cleaning station surrounded by small yellow fish, text reads Earth Is Blue, Magazine of the National Marine Sanctuaries.

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NOAA's Monterey Bay NMS retweeted
Sanctuaries (NOAA)@sanctuaries16 Sep 2021
Nancy Foster Scholar Brijonnay Madrigal is a PhD student studying marine mammal acoustics. Read the story of her journey as a Mexican American woman in a STEM field, and her work throughout the National Marine Sanctuary System. sanctuaries.noaa.gov/news/se… #HispanicHeritageMonth
A person wearing snorkel gear taking a photo in the water.

ALT A person wearing snorkel gear taking a photo in the water.

A person standing on a boat holding a camera looking over the water

ALT A person standing on a boat holding a camera looking over the water

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NOAA's Monterey Bay NMS retweeted
MBARI@MBARI_News30 Jun 2021
We are #LiveFromTheDeep! Explore the deep-sea coral and sponge gardens at Sur Ridge with MBARI @MBNMS and @MontereyAq. Be sure to tweet your questions and comments for our experts. xitter.cf/i/broadcasts/1YpJkzzqd…
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NOAA's Monterey Bay NMS retweeted
Sanctuaries (NOAA)@sanctuaries22 Jun 2021
🚨 Your sanctuary system is growing! Preserved for centuries by the cold, fresh water of Lake Michigan, 36 historically significant shipwrecks are now protected within the newly designated #WisconsinShipwreckCoast National Marine Sanctuary! Full story: sanctuaries.noaa.gov/news/ju…
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NOAA's Monterey Bay NMS retweeted
Sanctuaries (NOAA)@sanctuaries8 Jun 2021
Today is #WorldOceanDay! Our planet is an ocean planet. The National Marine Sanctuary System protects some of the most iconic underwater places throughout the US, but we can't do it without you. No matter where you are, the ocean and Great Lakes are in your hands. #EarthIsBlue
Surfer riding a wave in an orange sunset.

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NOAA's Monterey Bay NMS retweeted
Sanctuaries (NOAA)@sanctuaries19 May 2021
🚨 PreK-12 Teachers: Promote watershed and ocean stewardship at your school or in your community by becoming a NOAA #OceanGuardianSchool! Applications are open for the 2021-2022 program through July 1, 2021 Learn more: sanctuaries.noaa.gov/educati… 📸: Chimacum Middle School
Sixth grade students investigating the health of their watershed by testing water quality of a local creek

ALT Sixth grade students investigating the health of their watershed by testing water quality of a local creek

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NOAA's Monterey Bay NMS retweeted
Sanctuaries (NOAA)@sanctuaries28 Apr 2021
We are thrilled to announce that our Sanctuaries 360° video series was nominated for a #Webby Award in the “Virtual and Remote - Science & Education” category! Help us win a People's Voice Award, we can’t do it without your vote! Cast your vote: sanctuaries.noaa.gov/news/ap…
Webby award promotional graphic that reads: 'Vote for Us' and includes the Sanctuaries 360 logo and Webby Award Nominee logo over sea turtles.

ALT Webby award promotional graphic that reads: 'Vote for Us' and includes the Sanctuaries 360 logo and Webby Award Nominee logo over sea turtles.

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NOAA's Monterey Bay NMS retweeted
Sanctuaries (NOAA)@sanctuaries22 Apr 2021
🌎 Restoring our Earth is a big job, considering the threats posed by climate change. We want the public to enjoy these special underwater places today, tomorrow, and for generations to come. Check out our Climate Change Impact Profiles: sanctuaries.noaa.gov/news/se… #EarthDayNOAA
(left) a healthy thicket of coral, (right) the same thicket of coral bleached white due to heat stress.

ALT (left) a healthy thicket of coral, (right) the same thicket of coral bleached white due to heat stress.

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NOAA's Monterey Bay NMS retweeted
Sanctuaries (NOAA)@sanctuaries9 Apr 2021
Get to know the beautiful and mysterious Pacific sea nettle found near @MBNMS in this week's #EarthIsBlue video! youtu.be/cMFxMfUaeaU
Pacific sea nettles with graphic text in bottom left: 'Pacific Sea Nettle'

ALT Pacific sea nettles with graphic text in bottom left: 'Pacific Sea Nettle'

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NOAA's Monterey Bay NMS retweeted
Sanctuaries (NOAA)@sanctuaries2 Apr 2021
🔊 Studying the sounds made by cruise ships in @MBNMS highlights how important it is to monitor soundscapes over time. #SanctSound scientists help sanctuary managers better understand the ecosystem through these sound monitoring projects. Full story: sanctuaries.noaa.gov/news/ap…
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Have you ever encountered one of these curious creatures on a trip to NOAA's Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary? Meet the harbor seal! @MBNMS
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NOAA's Monterey Bay NMS retweeted
WHOI Sea Grant@WHOISeaGrant11 Mar 2021
Join #NOAALive4Kids on March 17 at 4 pm ET as we "travel" to Monterey. We will dive into underwater kelp forests & encounter a leatherback sea turtle at the #NOAAVirtualOpenHouse featuring @mbnms Exploration Center. REGISTER free: bit.ly/NOAALive4Kids-santacr… #SeaGrantSTEM
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