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Weather includes short-term atmospheric conditions over the ocean, like temperature and wind. Climate refers to the long-term patterns and averages of these conditions, influencing marine ecosystems and species.

Study of the physical, chemical, biological, and geological aspects of the ocean, including the interactions between the ocean and its surroundings, such as the atmosphere, the seafloor, and coastal environments.

Cultivation, harvesting, and management of fish populations in natural or controlled environments for consumption, economic, or ecological purposes.

Natural flowing waterways that drain the land, typically emptying into larger bodies of water such as lakes, seas, or oceans.

Leisure activities in and around marine areas, such as boating, fishing, and snorkeling. These activities impact local ecosystems and require sustainable practices to mitigate environmental effects.

The study and monitoring of the physical and physiological condition of fish, including disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.

Economic activities and infrastructure related to oceans and coasts, including fishing, shipping, and offshore energy. These can provide economic benefits but also pose environmental challenges.

The science of mapping and describing the physical features of bodies of water, including the sea, rivers, and lakes, and their adjoining coastal areas.

Bird species that live in or near oceans, such as seabirds and shorebirds. They rely on marine environments for feeding and breeding and can indicate changes in ocean health.

Cold-blooded aquatic vertebrates that typically have fins, gills, and a streamlined body, inhabiting freshwater and marine environments.

Mammals that rely on the ocean for their existence, including species such as whales, dolphins, seals, and manatees.

The use of satellite and sensor technologies to monitor and collect data on marine conditions, such as sea surface temperature and ocean currents. It aids in managing marine resources and assessing environmental changes.

Marine animals without backbones, such as corals, crustaceans, and jellyfish. They play vital roles in ecosystems and are sensitive to environmental changes.

A species of migratory fish known for their anadromous life cycle, hatching in freshwater, migrating to the ocean, and returning to freshwater to spawn.

The industry or occupation devoted to catching, processing, and selling fish and other aquatic organisms.

Coastal water bodies where freshwater from rivers and streams meets and mixes with saltwater from the ocean.

Efforts to rehabilitate degraded marine habitats and species to restore their natural functions and biodiversity. This includes activities like reef rebuilding and habitat reforestation.

The protection and sustainable management of marine ecosystems and species to preserve biodiversity and ecological health. This includes creating marine protected areas and regulating resource use.

Substances that pollute or degrade the quality of marine waters and sediments, potentially harming marine life and ecosystems. These can include chemicals such as heavy metals, pesticides, plastics, and oil spills, as well as biological agents like pathogens and invasive species.

Simple, typically aquatic photosynthetic organisms ranging from single-celled forms to multicellular forms like seaweed, crucial to marine ecosystems.