Some say the oceans, not space, is the final frontier. Are we treating the oceans with the respect and care they deserve?

Dan Basta, NOAA's Director of Marine Sanctuaries, examines the role of Marine Sanctuaries in preserving maritime biodiversity.

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Do Marine Sanctuaries Protect Fish?

Dan Basta, NOAA's Director of Marine Sanctuaries, looks at the many ways that society is impacting the health of the oceans.

How Humans Impact The Oceans

Dan Basta, NOAA's Director of Marine Sanctuaries, explains why we're unable to implement effective change towards helping protect the environment.

How Will We Ever Protect The Environment?

Dan Basta, NOAA's Director of Marine Sanctuaries, tells the story of Papah Naumoku Kea, the largest protected national monument.

The Largest Protected Sanctuary/Monument

James Delgado, Director of the Maritime Heritage Program at NOAA, describes the destructive effect that humanity is having on our oceans.

The State of Ocean Health

James Delgado, Director of the Maritime Heritage Program at NOAA, explains the special characteristics that set apart marine communities from those found inland.

Uniqueness of Marine Communities

Dan Basta, NOAA's Director of Marine Sanctuaries, weaves the link to our past by examining the state of the current sanctuaries.

What Can Marine Sanctuaries Teach Us About History?

Dan Basta, NOAA's Director of Marine Sanctuaries, highlights some of the designated Marine Sanctuaries in the United States, and their relationship to society.

What Is A Marine Sanctuary?

NOAA Administrator Kathryn Sullivan explains the critical role her agency plays in studying and predicting the behavior of our planet's oceans and atmosphere.