In this day and age, it is no secret that we are over fishing our oceans, on a global scale. We see it on the news and read about it in newspapers, but there is a sense of distance, because much of this disaster is happening far out to sea, or off shore some sun-baked island, half way across the world.
But here in the UK, the seas around our little islands are being decimated. Trawlers claw their way across our seas, and many are working on behalf of bigger powers far to the east, fishing our seas in such devastatingly vast quantity. That the species affected can no longer regenerate, and produce the next generation, crucial in their fight against extinction.
The WWF charity, have articles addressing the affect of fisheries’ By-catch. 
Marine conservationists, are trying to bring awareness to the public, about the mammals and seabirds and other marine life unintentionally caught, referred to as By-catch. Species that are already vulnerable are revealing a low reproduction rate, due to Man’s interference. Morally we wouldn’t want this of someone we love, so why treat animals in an inhuman way.
Getting the younger generation interested in the protection, of our seas is a task organisations, such as the Sea Life Centre take very seriously. In addition being made aware of charities, used to protect all types of species allows children the opportunity, to make their own footprint on saving the animal kingdom. Aquariums are not just a place to go on a rainy day, just something to do to entertain the family. It’s a chance to see species that could be permanently removed from our oceans.
Many now protected by Charities, from generous donations from people that really care about the animals welfare. Fundraising appeals are often designed, in a way to make it motivating for all audiences. For example pictures and videos. As a call of action, then being able to share these appeals virtually. Makes it vital the content looks appealing, to all ages.
Working in cooperation with the Shark Trust and WWF, donation packages like ‘Adopt a Dolphin, Shark or Turtle’ is sure to get the attention of the public. With animal welfare being a ‘hot’ topic, in our current society. Raising funds, is now more important then ever. If we want to see the beauty and wonder, of harmless creatures in the future.
As it is so often is, children are the key participants. There are so many charities to support, it’s a case of picking a cause you’re passionate about and tell others of the opportunities out there. Be it animals or human society, at home or a thousand miles away – a little goes along way.
By April Caplin