World Oceans Day is observed on June 8th all across the world. The importance of oceans in our lives is highlighted on World Oceans Day, as is the need to safeguard them from deterioration.
The ocean supports the livelihoods of almost three billion people.
50 to 80 percent of all life on Earth is found in the ocean.
Toxic algae blooms are becoming more common; they can kill a lot of fish and contaminate seafood with poisons.
Only 1% of the world's ocean is legally protected.
The world's largest living structure, the Great Barrier Reef, is located in the sea. It has a length of 2,600 kilometres and can be viewed from the Moon.
The seas provide around 70% of the oxygen humans breathe.
Only around 5% of the world's oceans have been explored, and there is still much more to be uncovered.