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So many sustainable fabrics—at least in theory! But when it comes to swimwear, the fabric needs to be: ? Water-resistant or quick-drying ? Chlorine-resistant ? UV-protective ? Stretchable & durable ? Soft & comfortable ? Colorfast & breathable ? Shape-retaining Most swimwear today is made from nylon, polyester, spandex (elastane/Lycra), or PBT (polybutylene terephthalate). But what about more sustainable alternatives? Pineapple leather bikinis? Kombucha swimsuits? ?? The future of fashion is interesting. While we won’t be rocking cork swimwear anytime soon, fabrics like Tencel (Lyocell, derived from wood pulp), bamboo lyocell, and organic cotton are game-changers—breathable, soft, and actually good for your skin. And algae-based fabric? That’s one to watch—especially since it’s ocean-related ???? Here’s the lineup of unique sustainable fabrics: 1?? Tencel (Lyocell) 2?? Cork 3?? Pi?atex (Pineapple Leather) 4?? Algae 5?? Kombucha 6?? Hemp 7?? Hemp Silk 8?? Bamboo 9?? Linen ?? Organic Cotton Which fabric is your choice? Drop it in the comments! ???? ?? @sophiaesperanza

Since 2018, Sea Shepherd Australia and the Dhimurru Rangers have removed over 30 tonnes of plastic from these remote beaches—everything from lethal fishing nets to everyday consumer waste. Mike Smith, working alongside them now, is seeing firsthand why we need to fundamentally change how we think about packaging and waste. ?? Sea Shepherd Australia

An octopus hitching a free ride on a turtle might look fascinating (and even adorable), but we don’t know why it happens. Are they interacting in a way we don’t yet understand? Here’s what we do know: 1?? Octopuses and turtles occasionally share habitats like rocky areas and coral reefs, so encounters aren’t unheard of. 2?? Sea turtles often carry hitchhikers like shrimp, algae, or even fish that clean their shells—a relationship that is often mutually beneficial. 3?? Octopuses have also been observed to team up with other species to hunt, showcasing their cognitive flexibility and social skills. But both are typically solitary creatures, making these moments even more unusual and mysterious.

This remarkable wild tiger shark becomes friends with a diver. She gives kisses, accepts pets, and even asks for help removing fish hooks. ?? Jim Abernethy @jenwilmansphoto @weloveanimals_newsner

Octopuses have thousands of color-changing cells under their skin called chromatophores, which can change color almost instantly. These cells are controlled by three types of specialized skin cells: chromatophores, iridophores, and leucophores. Chromatophores contain pigment, while iridophores and leucophores add reflective and structural effects, enhancing the octopus’s camouflage with iridescent or diffuse light properties. Scientists are still unraveling how octopuses coordinate their color-changing cells, investigating how the brain, nervous system, and skin work together to create such intricate and rapid patterns. Each individual chromatophore, of which there can be tens or even millions depending on the size of the species, is controlled by direct neural signals from the octopus’s brain. These signals cause the muscles around the chromatophores to contract or relax, expanding or shrinking the pigment-containing sacs to control the visibility of the pigment. Octopuses have excellent vision, but scientists have long suspected they can also sense light through their skin. This ability, linked to specific proteins, is shared by many mollusks, including squid. To explore this, two American biologists from the University of California examined octopus skin at the molecular level. Their study revealed the presence of rhodopsin, a light-sensitive protein found in the human retina, within the nerve endings of the animals. Moreover, chromatophores—the cells octopuses use to change their body color—were found to react strongly to light. Published in the Journal of Experimental Biology, this research suggests that octopuses not only rely on their eyes to camouflage but also use their skin, which functions like a giant sensory organ, to perceive light. Octopuses are masters of escape. Their boneless bodies, supported by muscular hydrostats, are incredibly flexible, allowing them to glide through the smallest crevices. This flexibility enables them to manipulate their soft tissue and move their arms to mimic objects like rocks, coral, or seaweed. ?? @frederick_more

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Italian fisherman Paolo Fanciulli was determined to protect the Mediterranean ecosystem from the destructive impact of deep-sea trawlers. Despite his tireless efforts, including protests, sabotage, and impersonating a policeman, nothing seemed to work. Undeterred, Fanciulli devised an extraordinary plan: commissioning 10-ton marble sculptures to be placed on the ocean floor as a unique form of environmental activism. For more information, watch "The Art of Activism" by Patagonia: https://lnkd.in/dDNqpeTf