Pufferfish are famous for puffing up like balloons when threatened—but there’s so much more to these quirky ocean dwellers! 🐡 There are over 120 species of pufferfish found in tropical and subtropical waters around the world. 👀 They have remarkable vision, with independently moving eyes that give them a broad and dynamic view of their surroundings. 🦷 Their beak-like teeth never stop growing and are strong enough to crush clams, crabs, and coral. ❤️ Some species are romantics—male Japanese pufferfish even create elaborate sand mandalas on the seafloor to attract mates. 💀 And despite their comical appearance, many pufferfish carry tetrodotoxin, a potent neurotoxin that’s up to 1,200 times more deadly than cyanide. Often seen in pairs, pufferfish display complex behaviors—from defending territory to social bonding. Encounters like this are a reminder that even small marine species lead rich, intelligent lives and play vital roles in their ecosystems. Follow @oceanic.global to keep diving into the wonders of ocean life—and discover how we can help protect these habitats 💙 🎥 @lewispughfdn (fb)

Plastic isn’t just litter—it’s a symptom of a broken system. We’re producing over 460 million tons of plastic every year, and less than 10% is recycled. The rest pollutes our Ocean, bodies, and communities—impacting wildlife, frontline populations, and future generations. This Plastic Free July, it’s time to think bigger than individual swaps.
It’s time to change the system. Oceanic Global is tackling plastic pollution at the root by championing industry solutions, driving global education, funding grassroots action, and uniting decisionmakers to protect our Blue Planet 🌊 A key part of this work is the Blue Standard, Oceanic Global’s industry solutions program that sets a benchmark for sustainable operations. Through third-party verification, Blue helps businesses eliminate single-use plastics, adopt circular practices, and create real change at scale. Plastic Free July isn’t just a trend. It’s a global call to action. 👉 Swipe through to learn more and visit bluestandard.com to learn ways to take action. #PlasticFreeJuly #OceanicGlobal #BlueStandard #EndPlasticPollution #Sustainability (fb)