Elin Thomas
@elinthom.bsky.social
Cymraes 🏴 | #DeepSea biologist 🦑 | Based in Perth, WA 🇦🇺
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Elin Thomas
@elinthom.bsky.social
· Nov 22
Interested in the #DeepSea and/or #IndianOcean?
Check out our new review of the Indian Ocean’s diverse deep-sea ecosystems 🌊
Feat. straightforward knowledge summaries, cool maps & awesome deep-sea critters
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Check out our new review of the Indian Ocean’s diverse deep-sea ecosystems 🌊
Feat. straightforward knowledge summaries, cool maps & awesome deep-sea critters
👉 doi.org/10.1016/j.sc...
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As leaders gather in Belem for #COP30, this video from @deepstewardship.bsky.social & Leo Richards reminds us: the deep sea is our greatest climate ally.
Protecting it must be central to climate action.
Watch: https://youtu.be/Fjtwmt-gOJ8 @cop30brazil.bsky.social
Protecting it must be central to climate action.
Watch: https://youtu.be/Fjtwmt-gOJ8 @cop30brazil.bsky.social
The Deep Ocean: Our Greatest Climate Ally
YouTube video by Deep-Ocean Stewardship Initiative
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November 13, 2025 at 6:19 AM
As leaders gather in Belem for #COP30, this video from @deepstewardship.bsky.social & Leo Richards reminds us: the deep sea is our greatest climate ally.
Protecting it must be central to climate action.
Watch: https://youtu.be/Fjtwmt-gOJ8 @cop30brazil.bsky.social
Protecting it must be central to climate action.
Watch: https://youtu.be/Fjtwmt-gOJ8 @cop30brazil.bsky.social
Reposted by Elin Thomas
🌊 Find out more about climate and the #DeepOcean our latest video!
▶️ youtu.be/Fjtwmt-gOJ8
This video is a DOSI production created in collaboration with Leo Richards of Natural World Facts.
▶️ youtu.be/Fjtwmt-gOJ8
This video is a DOSI production created in collaboration with Leo Richards of Natural World Facts.
November 4, 2025 at 8:27 AM
🌊 Find out more about climate and the #DeepOcean our latest video!
▶️ youtu.be/Fjtwmt-gOJ8
This video is a DOSI production created in collaboration with Leo Richards of Natural World Facts.
▶️ youtu.be/Fjtwmt-gOJ8
This video is a DOSI production created in collaboration with Leo Richards of Natural World Facts.
Reposted by Elin Thomas
🌊 Big win for the #DeepSea
At the #IUCNCongress members voted to adopt:
✅ Motion 032 – Protecting seamounts and vulnerable marine ecosystems from destructive practices
✅ Motion 035 – Protecting mesopelagic ecosystem integrity
Thanks to those who voted science into policy 👏
At the #IUCNCongress members voted to adopt:
✅ Motion 032 – Protecting seamounts and vulnerable marine ecosystems from destructive practices
✅ Motion 035 – Protecting mesopelagic ecosystem integrity
Thanks to those who voted science into policy 👏
October 14, 2025 at 7:37 PM
🌊 Big win for the #DeepSea
At the #IUCNCongress members voted to adopt:
✅ Motion 032 – Protecting seamounts and vulnerable marine ecosystems from destructive practices
✅ Motion 035 – Protecting mesopelagic ecosystem integrity
Thanks to those who voted science into policy 👏
At the #IUCNCongress members voted to adopt:
✅ Motion 032 – Protecting seamounts and vulnerable marine ecosystems from destructive practices
✅ Motion 035 – Protecting mesopelagic ecosystem integrity
Thanks to those who voted science into policy 👏
We’re at the #IUCN World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi this week 🌍
Come say hi and learn about the deep ocean at our Deep-Sea Booth 🌊
& follow @deepstewardship.bsky.social for updates on our activities at the Congress!
Come say hi and learn about the deep ocean at our Deep-Sea Booth 🌊
& follow @deepstewardship.bsky.social for updates on our activities at the Congress!
October 10, 2025 at 6:00 AM
We’re at the #IUCN World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi this week 🌍
Come say hi and learn about the deep ocean at our Deep-Sea Booth 🌊
& follow @deepstewardship.bsky.social for updates on our activities at the Congress!
Come say hi and learn about the deep ocean at our Deep-Sea Booth 🌊
& follow @deepstewardship.bsky.social for updates on our activities at the Congress!
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The DOSI #MarineGeneticResources (MGR) Working Group, an expert network, provides independent insights to promote best practices for #MGR and aid stakeholders in navigating the #BBNJ Agreement.
Discover more in this video: buff.ly/SYEh3e9
Discover more in this video: buff.ly/SYEh3e9
August 25, 2025 at 5:03 PM
The DOSI #MarineGeneticResources (MGR) Working Group, an expert network, provides independent insights to promote best practices for #MGR and aid stakeholders in navigating the #BBNJ Agreement.
Discover more in this video: buff.ly/SYEh3e9
Discover more in this video: buff.ly/SYEh3e9
Reposted by Elin Thomas
Some thoughtful and realistic reflections from #UNOC2025 from @oceanoculus.com
www.linkedin.com/pulse/reflec...
www.linkedin.com/pulse/reflec...
Reflections from Nice
Whale, hello there! In this month’s Ocean Brief, I share my reflections on UNOC and the One Ocean Science Congress - something I've been meaning to do since June. Yes, really, I’ve been meaning to wri...
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July 29, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Some thoughtful and realistic reflections from #UNOC2025 from @oceanoculus.com
www.linkedin.com/pulse/reflec...
www.linkedin.com/pulse/reflec...
July 21, 2025 at 12:53 AM
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Preserving deep-sea biodiversity is crucial for the planet's health. The DOSI Biodiversity Task Force connects deep-sea science with global biodiversity policy. Learn more about deep-sea conservation and DOSI's efforts in this video.
▶️ Watch the video: buff.ly/PwIqLh4
▶️ Watch the video: buff.ly/PwIqLh4
Deep-Sea Biodiversity: How Do We Protect It?
The deep ocean is the world’s largest environment, harbouring a wealth of biodiversity, much of which remains unknown. Despite its immensity and remoteness, ...
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June 12, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Preserving deep-sea biodiversity is crucial for the planet's health. The DOSI Biodiversity Task Force connects deep-sea science with global biodiversity policy. Learn more about deep-sea conservation and DOSI's efforts in this video.
▶️ Watch the video: buff.ly/PwIqLh4
▶️ Watch the video: buff.ly/PwIqLh4
If you missed DOSI’s #UNOC Green Zone event yesterday, fear not! You can watch all of the spectacular #deepsea videos featured over on our YouTube channel 🪼 including…
youtube.com/@deepsteward...
youtube.com/@deepsteward...
June 11, 2025 at 6:45 AM
If you missed DOSI’s #UNOC Green Zone event yesterday, fear not! You can watch all of the spectacular #deepsea videos featured over on our YouTube channel 🪼 including…
youtube.com/@deepsteward...
youtube.com/@deepsteward...
Reposted by Elin Thomas
Let the 3rd UN Ocean Conference be the conference that makes the difference!
1️⃣ Act now where science is clear
2️⃣ Advance knowledge before irreversible decisions
3️⃣ Turn knowledge into action, and action into justice
Do not hesitate to disseminate widely.
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#UNOC3 #OOSC #ScienceForTheOcean 🌊
1️⃣ Act now where science is clear
2️⃣ Advance knowledge before irreversible decisions
3️⃣ Turn knowledge into action, and action into justice
Do not hesitate to disseminate widely.
2/2
#UNOC3 #OOSC #ScienceForTheOcean 🌊
June 8, 2025 at 8:29 AM
Let the 3rd UN Ocean Conference be the conference that makes the difference!
1️⃣ Act now where science is clear
2️⃣ Advance knowledge before irreversible decisions
3️⃣ Turn knowledge into action, and action into justice
Do not hesitate to disseminate widely.
2/2
#UNOC3 #OOSC #ScienceForTheOcean 🌊
1️⃣ Act now where science is clear
2️⃣ Advance knowledge before irreversible decisions
3️⃣ Turn knowledge into action, and action into justice
Do not hesitate to disseminate widely.
2/2
#UNOC3 #OOSC #ScienceForTheOcean 🌊
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We are thrilled to announce "Think Deep! Decoding deep-ocean science and policy," our new 6-part podcast series. We explore connections to the #DeepOcean and clarify governance frameworks protecting it, covering topics from climate to biodiversity, UNCLOS to the BBNJ Agreement. 👇
June 2, 2025 at 11:45 AM
We are thrilled to announce "Think Deep! Decoding deep-ocean science and policy," our new 6-part podcast series. We explore connections to the #DeepOcean and clarify governance frameworks protecting it, covering topics from climate to biodiversity, UNCLOS to the BBNJ Agreement. 👇
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Happy International #BiodiversityDay
🪼🦀🐙🪸
◾️96% of Earth's habitable space is #DeepOcean!
◾️<15% of ocean biodiversity is discovered
📢 We can’t reach our #GlobalGoals without the #DeepSea.
Read our statement 👉 buff.ly/oef3MwN
#KMGBF #UNBiodiversity #IPBES
🪼🦀🐙🪸
◾️96% of Earth's habitable space is #DeepOcean!
◾️<15% of ocean biodiversity is discovered
📢 We can’t reach our #GlobalGoals without the #DeepSea.
Read our statement 👉 buff.ly/oef3MwN
#KMGBF #UNBiodiversity #IPBES
May 22, 2025 at 7:02 AM
Happy International #BiodiversityDay
🪼🦀🐙🪸
◾️96% of Earth's habitable space is #DeepOcean!
◾️<15% of ocean biodiversity is discovered
📢 We can’t reach our #GlobalGoals without the #DeepSea.
Read our statement 👉 buff.ly/oef3MwN
#KMGBF #UNBiodiversity #IPBES
🪼🦀🐙🪸
◾️96% of Earth's habitable space is #DeepOcean!
◾️<15% of ocean biodiversity is discovered
📢 We can’t reach our #GlobalGoals without the #DeepSea.
Read our statement 👉 buff.ly/oef3MwN
#KMGBF #UNBiodiversity #IPBES
Reposted by Elin Thomas
On #EarthDay watch our video on the BBNJ Agreement! Adopted in June 2023, the #BBNJ is an opportunity to better conserve and manage marine biodiversity beyond national jurisdiction.
DOSI production created in collaboration with Leo Richards of Natural World Facts
👉 youtu.be/zKHP2VawLuU
DOSI production created in collaboration with Leo Richards of Natural World Facts
👉 youtu.be/zKHP2VawLuU
DOSI BBNJ Working Group - Introductory Video
YouTube video by Deep-Ocean Stewardship Initiative
youtu.be
April 22, 2025 at 1:29 PM
On #EarthDay watch our video on the BBNJ Agreement! Adopted in June 2023, the #BBNJ is an opportunity to better conserve and manage marine biodiversity beyond national jurisdiction.
DOSI production created in collaboration with Leo Richards of Natural World Facts
👉 youtu.be/zKHP2VawLuU
DOSI production created in collaboration with Leo Richards of Natural World Facts
👉 youtu.be/zKHP2VawLuU
Reposted by Elin Thomas
Mesonychoteuthis hamiltoni was formally described and named 100 years ago, in 1925, based on two partial specimens found in the stomach of a sperm whale near the South Shetland Islands. However, no one has ever captured footage of a living colossal squid — until now.
April 15, 2025 at 8:02 PM
Mesonychoteuthis hamiltoni was formally described and named 100 years ago, in 1925, based on two partial specimens found in the stomach of a sperm whale near the South Shetland Islands. However, no one has ever captured footage of a living colossal squid — until now.
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🦑 This baby is COLOSSAL! 🦑
First confirmed live observation of the colossal squid, Mesonychoteuthis hamiltoni, in its natural habitat. Filmed at about 600m near the South Sandwich Islands during the #SouthSandwichIslands expedition. youtu.be/lzPoG9H8Hlo
First confirmed live observation of the colossal squid, Mesonychoteuthis hamiltoni, in its natural habitat. Filmed at about 600m near the South Sandwich Islands during the #SouthSandwichIslands expedition. youtu.be/lzPoG9H8Hlo
Colossal Squid, 1st Live Observation | Searching for New Species in the South Sandwich Islands
YouTube video by Schmidt Ocean
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April 15, 2025 at 8:01 PM
🦑 This baby is COLOSSAL! 🦑
First confirmed live observation of the colossal squid, Mesonychoteuthis hamiltoni, in its natural habitat. Filmed at about 600m near the South Sandwich Islands during the #SouthSandwichIslands expedition. youtu.be/lzPoG9H8Hlo
First confirmed live observation of the colossal squid, Mesonychoteuthis hamiltoni, in its natural habitat. Filmed at about 600m near the South Sandwich Islands during the #SouthSandwichIslands expedition. youtu.be/lzPoG9H8Hlo
Why is deep-sea exploration important for global ocean governance?🌊🪸
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@oceancensus.bsky.social @schmidtocean.bsky.social @deepstewardship.bsky.social #Nekton #TheNipponFoundation #SouthSandwichIslands
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@oceancensus.bsky.social @schmidtocean.bsky.social @deepstewardship.bsky.social #Nekton #TheNipponFoundation #SouthSandwichIslands
March 23, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Why is deep-sea exploration important for global ocean governance?🌊🪸
▶️ buff.ly/2aRwr3i
@oceancensus.bsky.social @schmidtocean.bsky.social @deepstewardship.bsky.social #Nekton #TheNipponFoundation #SouthSandwichIslands
▶️ buff.ly/2aRwr3i
@oceancensus.bsky.social @schmidtocean.bsky.social @deepstewardship.bsky.social #Nekton #TheNipponFoundation #SouthSandwichIslands
Some Enypniastes commentary from yours truly 🐓
March 6, 2025 at 9:52 PM
Some Enypniastes commentary from yours truly 🐓
We're currently diving at Montagu Bank #SouthSandwichIslands 🪸 with @oceancensus.bsky.social & @schmidtocean.bsky.social
Watch the livestream here: www.youtube.com/live/FaqIL4n...
Watch the livestream here: www.youtube.com/live/FaqIL4n...
South Montagu Bank | SOI Divestream 799
YouTube video by Schmidt Ocean
www.youtube.com
March 4, 2025 at 3:39 PM
We're currently diving at Montagu Bank #SouthSandwichIslands 🪸 with @oceancensus.bsky.social & @schmidtocean.bsky.social
Watch the livestream here: www.youtube.com/live/FaqIL4n...
Watch the livestream here: www.youtube.com/live/FaqIL4n...
Very lucky to be part of this expedition to the #SouthSandwichIslands with @oceancensus.bsky.social & @schmidtocean.bsky.social 🌊❄️
Follow along for species discovery, mapping and more!
Follow along for species discovery, mapping and more!
📣 We are thrilled to announce that the #SouthSandwichIslands expedition with Schmidt Ocean Institute and GoSouth is underway!
Find out more on our expedition webpage and follow along for updates. oceancensus.org/expeditions/...
Find out more on our expedition webpage and follow along for updates. oceancensus.org/expeditions/...
February 26, 2025 at 8:22 PM
Very lucky to be part of this expedition to the #SouthSandwichIslands with @oceancensus.bsky.social & @schmidtocean.bsky.social 🌊❄️
Follow along for species discovery, mapping and more!
Follow along for species discovery, mapping and more!
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Today I know I need to post some more cool deep-sea science but am feeling very resistant today. The best I can do is combine the two. A thread.
February 25, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Today I know I need to post some more cool deep-sea science but am feeling very resistant today. The best I can do is combine the two. A thread.
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It’s interesting that the emojis show the earth from three angles 🌎 🌍 🌏 but not the fourth.
Though 🔵 is a fair approximation of what it would look like.
People underestimate the Pacific.
Though 🔵 is a fair approximation of what it would look like.
People underestimate the Pacific.
December 6, 2024 at 3:52 PM
It’s interesting that the emojis show the earth from three angles 🌎 🌍 🌏 but not the fourth.
Though 🔵 is a fair approximation of what it would look like.
People underestimate the Pacific.
Though 🔵 is a fair approximation of what it would look like.
People underestimate the Pacific.
Reposted by Elin Thomas
@schmidtocean.bsky.social is live with dive 778! #AntarcticClimateConnections #MarineLife
www.youtube.com/live/DcQYeCg...
www.youtube.com/live/DcQYeCg...
Antarctica | SOI Divestream 778
YouTube video by Schmidt Ocean
www.youtube.com
January 21, 2025 at 10:25 AM
@schmidtocean.bsky.social is live with dive 778! #AntarcticClimateConnections #MarineLife
www.youtube.com/live/DcQYeCg...
www.youtube.com/live/DcQYeCg...
Reposted by Elin Thomas
Just making sure that everyone is aware of this crab that NOAA scientists found
January 19, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Just making sure that everyone is aware of this crab that NOAA scientists found
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Come visit our poster at #17DSBS to learn about the story behind the amazing artwork that was created for DOSI by Tanya Young 🎨
@dsbsoc.bsky.social
@dsbsoc.bsky.social
January 14, 2025 at 4:25 AM
Come visit our poster at #17DSBS to learn about the story behind the amazing artwork that was created for DOSI by Tanya Young 🎨
@dsbsoc.bsky.social
@dsbsoc.bsky.social
Very excited to be in Hong Kong for #DOSIDay2025 and #17DSBS!
⭐ DOSI Day 2025 ⭐
Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for a brilliant DOSI Day at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology!
Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for a brilliant DOSI Day at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology!
January 13, 2025 at 9:27 AM
Very excited to be in Hong Kong for #DOSIDay2025 and #17DSBS!