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Elin Thomas

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Cymraes 🏴󠁧󠁒󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 | #DeepSea biologist πŸ¦‘ | Based in Perth, WA πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί @deepstewardship.bsky.social @deepseauwa.bsky.social

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Pleser cael sgwrsio am y môr dwfn yng Nghymraeg gyda @aledhughes.bsky.social 🌊🏴󠁧󠁒󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

A pleasure to chat about the deep sea with Aled Hughes on BBC Radio Cymru!

27.02.2026 14:55 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“£ Watch our new video about #DeepSea fisheries, produced by DOSI in collaboration with Leo Richards of Natural World Facts!

▢️ youtu.be/zeXLjWbMLR4?...

Learn more about our work and the DOSI #Fisheries Working Group: www.dosi-project.org/fisheries/

26.02.2026 17:53 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us to remember Kristina Gjerde, a deep-ocean champion, DOSI co-founder and friend to so many. She brought science, policy, and people together to protect the high seas, and her legacy continues to shape ocean stewardship globally.

Read our full memoriam here: buff.ly/5Uvi82b

05.01.2026 16:08 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
The Deep Ocean: Our Greatest Climate Ally
The Deep Ocean: Our Greatest Climate Ally YouTube video by Deep-Ocean Stewardship Initiative

As leaders gather in Belem for #COP30, this video from @deepstewardship.bsky.social & Leo Richards reminds us: the deep sea is our greatest climate ally.

Protecting it must be central to climate action.

Watch: https://youtu.be/Fjtwmt-gOJ8 @cop30brazil.bsky.social

13.11.2025 06:19 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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🌊 Find out more about climate and the #DeepOcean our latest video!

▢️ youtu.be/Fjtwmt-gOJ8

This video is a DOSI production created in collaboration with Leo Richards of Natural World Facts.

04.11.2025 08:27 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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🌊 Big win for the #DeepSea
At the #IUCNCongress members voted to adopt:
βœ… Motion 032 – Protecting seamounts and vulnerable marine ecosystems from destructive practices
βœ… Motion 035 – Protecting mesopelagic ecosystem integrity

Thanks to those who voted science into policy πŸ‘

14.10.2025 19:37 πŸ‘ 27 πŸ” 10 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

We’re at the #IUCN World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi this week 🌍

Come say hi and learn about the deep ocean at our Deep-Sea Booth 🌊
& follow @deepstewardship.bsky.social for updates on our activities at the Congress!

10.10.2025 06:00 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The DOSI #MarineGeneticResources (MGR) Working Group, an expert network, provides independent insights to promote best practices for #MGR and aid stakeholders in navigating the #BBNJ Agreement.

Discover more in this video: buff.ly/SYEh3e9

25.08.2025 17:03 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Reflections from Nice Whale, hello there! In this month’s Ocean Brief, I share my reflections on UNOC and the One Ocean Science Congress - something I've been meaning to do since June. Yes, really, I’ve been meaning to wri...

Some thoughtful and realistic reflections from #UNOC2025 from @oceanoculus.com

www.linkedin.com/pulse/reflec...

29.07.2025 10:00 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Check out our new video on #DeepSeaMining to find out what’s at stake πŸͺΌ
youtu.be/wZ4FbacGzCE

21.07.2025 00:53 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Deep-Sea Biodiversity: How Do We Protect It?
Deep-Sea Biodiversity: How Do We Protect It? The deep ocean is the world’s largest environment, harbouring a wealth of biodiversity, much of which remains unknown. Despite its immensity and remoteness, ...

Preserving deep-sea biodiversity is crucial for the planet's health. The DOSI Biodiversity Task Force connects deep-sea science with global biodiversity policy. Learn more about deep-sea conservation and DOSI's efforts in this video.

▢️ Watch the video: buff.ly/PwIqLh4

12.06.2025 09:00 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
πŸ“’ Think Deep! Podcast Trailer #connections #deepsea πŸ™
πŸ“’ Think Deep! Podcast Trailer #connections #deepsea πŸ™ YouTube video by Deep-Ocean Stewardship Initiative

Plus, check out the trailer for the new DOSI #podcast series:
Think Deep! Decoding deep-ocean science & policy

Episode 1 out now on all the usual streaming platforms

youtube.com/shorts/yxu23...

11.06.2025 06:45 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Deep-sea exploration for global ocean governance
Deep-sea exploration for global ocean governance YouTube video by Deep-Ocean Stewardship Initiative

The Importance of Deep-Sea #Exploration for Global Ocean Governance

youtu.be/LwBetxEBOJM?...

11.06.2025 06:45 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
High Seas, High Stakes: What’s the BBNJ Agreement?
High Seas, High Stakes: What’s the BBNJ Agreement? YouTube video by Deep-Ocean Stewardship Initiative

High Seas, High Stakes: What’s the #BBNJ Agreement?

youtu.be/zKHP2VawLuU?...

11.06.2025 06:45 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Deep-Sea Biodiversity: How Do We Protect It?
Deep-Sea Biodiversity: How Do We Protect It? YouTube video by Deep-Ocean Stewardship Initiative

Deep-Sea #Biodiversity: How Do We Protect It?

youtu.be/4dyeK0F8lIo?...

11.06.2025 06:45 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

If you missed DOSI’s #UNOC Green Zone event yesterday, fear not! You can watch all of the spectacular #deepsea videos featured over on our YouTube channel πŸͺΌ including…

youtube.com/@deepsteward...

11.06.2025 06:45 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Let the 3rd UN Ocean Conference be the conference that makes the difference!

1️⃣ Act now where science is clear
2️⃣ Advance knowledge before irreversible decisions
3️⃣ Turn knowledge into action, and action into justice

Do not hesitate to disseminate widely.
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#UNOC3 #OOSC #ScienceForTheOcean 🌊

08.06.2025 08:29 πŸ‘ 20 πŸ” 10 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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We are thrilled to announce "Think Deep! Decoding deep-ocean science and policy," our new 6-part podcast series. We explore connections to the #DeepOcean and clarify governance frameworks protecting it, covering topics from climate to biodiversity, UNCLOS to the BBNJ Agreement. πŸ‘‡

02.06.2025 11:45 πŸ‘ 16 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Happy International #BiodiversityDay
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◾️96% of Earth's habitable space is #DeepOcean!
◾️<15% of ocean biodiversity is discovered

πŸ“’ We can’t reach our #GlobalGoals without the #DeepSea.

Read our statement πŸ‘‰ buff.ly/oef3MwN

#KMGBF #UNBiodiversity #IPBES

22.05.2025 07:02 πŸ‘ 20 πŸ” 12 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
DOSI BBNJ Working Group - Introductory Video
DOSI BBNJ Working Group - Introductory Video YouTube video by Deep-Ocean Stewardship Initiative

On #EarthDay watch our video on the BBNJ Agreement! Adopted in June 2023, the #BBNJ is an opportunity to better conserve and manage marine biodiversity beyond national jurisdiction.

DOSI production created in collaboration with Leo Richards of Natural World Facts

πŸ‘‰ youtu.be/zKHP2VawLuU

22.04.2025 13:29 πŸ‘ 10 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Mesonychoteuthis hamiltoni

Mesonychoteuthis hamiltoni

Mesonychoteuthis hamiltoni was formally described and named 100 years ago, in 1925, based on two partial specimens found in the stomach of a sperm whale near the South Shetland Islands. However, no one has ever captured footage of a living colossal squid β€” until now.

15.04.2025 20:02 πŸ‘ 60 πŸ” 7 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1
Colossal Squid, 1st Live Observation | Searching for New Species in the South Sandwich Islands
Colossal Squid, 1st Live Observation | Searching for New Species in the South Sandwich Islands YouTube video by Schmidt Ocean

πŸ¦‘ This baby is COLOSSAL! πŸ¦‘
First confirmed live observation of the colossal squid, Mesonychoteuthis hamiltoni, in its natural habitat. Filmed at about 600m near the South Sandwich Islands during the #SouthSandwichIslands expedition. youtu.be/lzPoG9H8Hlo

15.04.2025 20:00 πŸ‘ 476 πŸ” 229 πŸ’¬ 8 πŸ“Œ 51

Why is deep-sea exploration important for global ocean governance?🌊πŸͺΈ
▢️ buff.ly/2aRwr3i

@oceancensus.bsky.social @schmidtocean.bsky.social @deepstewardship.bsky.social #Nekton #TheNipponFoundation #SouthSandwichIslands

23.03.2025 17:30 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Some Enypniastes commentary from yours truly πŸ“

06.03.2025 21:52 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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South Montagu Bank | SOI Divestream 799 YouTube video by Schmidt Ocean

We're currently diving at Montagu Bank #SouthSandwichIslands πŸͺΈ with @oceancensus.bsky.social & @schmidtocean.bsky.social

Watch the livestream here: www.youtube.com/live/FaqIL4n...

04.03.2025 15:39 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Very lucky to be part of this expedition to the #SouthSandwichIslands with @oceancensus.bsky.social & @schmidtocean.bsky.social πŸŒŠβ„οΈ

Follow along for species discovery, mapping and more!

26.02.2025 20:22 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Today I know I need to post some more cool deep-sea science but am feeling very resistant today. The best I can do is combine the two. A thread.

25.02.2025 14:48 πŸ‘ 73 πŸ” 32 πŸ’¬ 5 πŸ“Œ 18
A picture of the earth showing the pacific ocean. You can see hawaii and New Zealand. Also the edge of antarctica, australia, and north and south america...but barely.

A picture of the earth showing the pacific ocean. You can see hawaii and New Zealand. Also the edge of antarctica, australia, and north and south america...but barely.

It’s interesting that the emojis show the earth from three angles 🌎 🌍 🌏 but not the fourth.

Though πŸ”΅ is a fair approximation of what it would look like.

People underestimate the Pacific.

06.12.2024 15:52 πŸ‘ 18240 πŸ” 1760 πŸ’¬ 575 πŸ“Œ 228
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Antarctica | SOI Divestream 778 YouTube video by Schmidt Ocean

@schmidtocean.bsky.social is live with dive 778! #AntarcticClimateConnections #MarineLife
www.youtube.com/live/DcQYeCg...

21.01.2025 10:25 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
Photo of a small crab from NOAA’s social media. It’s covered in spikes

Photo of a small crab from NOAA’s social media. It’s covered in spikes

Just making sure that everyone is aware of this crab that NOAA scientists found

19.01.2025 13:39 πŸ‘ 61944 πŸ” 8965 πŸ’¬ 2085 πŸ“Œ 1472