Have you heard of Marine Protected Areas (MPA)? MPAs are like national parks for our marine ecosystems. Florida is home to several, including the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, Everglades National Park, and Biscayne National Park. These federally-protected zones were created to conserve ecosystems like Florida's Coral Reef, home to charismatic species the Goliath grouper. Explore some fun facts about goliath groupers on Marine Protected Areas Day! | Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of

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Prehistoric gentle giant. Goliath grouper, which can grow to 8 feet in length and weigh 800 pounds, are rarely seen on dives these days. They are critically endangered due to rampant overfishing in the past. Fortunately, the populations of these massive groupers are on an upswing due to educational programs, fishing regulations and their inclusion in protected marine areas. Such beautiful animals and certainly worth protecting. #ocean #grouper #fish #underwater #saltlife #worthmorealive #diving

Have you ever dived with Giants? The annual spawning of the aptly named Goliath Grouper is nothing short of incredible, drawing divers to the warm waters of southeast Florida to witness the gentle giants in action. “Diving with Goliath Groupers is an experience unlike any other. It’s wild to think they were once on the brink of extinction due to overfishing, but thanks to strong conservation efforts, we get to encounter them every year here in South Florida. Their resilience is inspiring and a r

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