Planet Hope: Discovering the ocean's twilight zone with Luiz Rocha
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Building Relationships, Naming Species, and Conservation Efforts in Deep Diving Expeditions
The chapter explores the speaker and their team's efforts to engage with local scientists and communities during expeditions, focusing on collaboration, capacity building, and naming species with local cultural relevance. They discuss the importance of securing funding for deep diving research and highlight the significance of conservation in protecting deeper reefs, advocating for the expansion of marine protected areas. The conversation also touches on the interplay between deep and shallow reef fish species and emphasizes the pivotal role of individuals in promoting planetary conservation.
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