Canyons and Seamounts National Monument nourishes many beautiful, rare species of coral. Photo: NOAA Ocean Exploration, 2021 North Atlantic Stepping Stones: New England and Corner Rise Seamounts
The problem
Recent decades have seen a steady decline in New England’s ocean’s health due to threats that include overfishing, climate change, and habitat degradation. Iconic species like Atlantic cod are becoming depleted, beloved New England whales are facing increased threats, and warming waters are shrinking marine life habitats. Whether you turn to the water for recreation or your livelihood, New Englanders agree that protecting the ocean is vital.
CLF in action
Because a thriving ocean is crucial to a thriving New England, CLF helped lead the charge to create the Atlantic Ocean’s first monument, the Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument. The nearly 5,000 square…