We're the Marine Conservation Society, the leading environmental ocean charity. We're working toward a cleaner, better protected, healthier ocean. Will you join us?
 
            
        Good Fish Guide update: UK favourites decline
We've updated our Good Fish Guide in line with the latest scientific advice. This autumn's update to the Good Fish Guide brings concerning news for a number of commonly eaten seafood species in the UK.
 
            
        Five ugly sea creatures that deserve some love
The ocean is full of breathtakingly beautiful creatures but not every underwater resident is ready for its close-up. Check out our list of sea animals that we believe are beautiful...in their own way.
 
            
        Check out the impact we had last year
Ocean recovery is happening. We can see it and we can measure it. Find out all the work we have done for a better protected, cleaner and healthier ocean, underpinned by an engaged community of support.
How you can save the ocean
Whether you live inland or by the coast, there are lots of ways you can become a champion for our seas.
80
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drop in plastic bags found on UK beaches since 5p charge was introduced
81
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for every £1 donated is used for our charitable activities
16,595
volunteers donating their time
 
     
 
                                
                                
                                 
                                
                                
                                 
                                
                                
                                 
                                
                                
                                 
                                
                                
                                 
                                
                                
                                