Crustacean Compassion

10/09/2026

🦞🐙 The ’pods have arrived in Westminster!

We’re outside Parliament today with one clear message:
It’s time to put the ’pods in the Animal Welfare Act. Crabs, lobsters, prawns, octopuses and squid are recognised as sentient. Now that recognition needs to mean protection. Who’s with us? 🙋

Join the Pod Squad and help us .

👉 https://buff.ly/X9nyWrS

10/09/2026

🦀🐙 IT’S TIME TO PROTECT THE ’PODS!

Today, Crustacean Compassion and Compassion in World Farming are joining forces to launch Protect the ’Pods – our campaign for better legal protection for decapod crustaceans and cephalopod molluscs ("the 'pods").

And we’re kicking things off by bringing the ’pods back to Parliament with something BIG! 👀

We’ll be in Westminster today making some noise for crabs, lobsters, prawns, octopuses, squid and more.

Join the Pod Squad and help us .
👉 https://buff.ly/X9nyWrS

04/09/2026

💡 Fun Fact Friday!

Did you know that some shrimp-like crustaceans living in Arizona's San Pedro River can survive years without water?

Fairy shrimp hatch in temporary pools after rain, then leave behind drought-resistant eggs that can remain dormant until conditions are right again. Meanwhile, invasive crayfish have become established in the river, where they can reshape habitats and compete with native wildlife.

It's another reminder of just how adaptable, complex, and remarkable crustaceans are, wherever they're found.

https://allhitskzmk.com/ixp/1121/p/san-pedro-river-crustacean/

02/09/2026

Despite some classic Cornish weather, we had a brilliant time co-hosting a rockpooling session with The Rockpool Project at their Community Bioblitz Festival this weekend 🌊💙

It was fantastic to spend the day with so many enthusiastic wildlife lovers and to meet a range of inspiring organisations all working to better understand and protect our natural world.

The highlight of the day was undoubtedly the discovery of this stunning rainbow sea slug at Porthpean Beach.

🌈✨ Even more exciting, this is believed to be the first recorded sighting of the species at this location!

From crabs and shrimps to sea slugs and shoreline wildlife, every observation helps build a bigger picture of the incredible biodiversity found along our coast and why it deserves protection.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us and braved the rain. We're already looking forward to the next adventure!

31/08/2026

Thank you to actress Rachel Pilkington and writer and comedian and storyteller Barbara Scully, who spoke up for lobsters being boiled at a Dalkey Lobster Festival last week.

If this were any other animal, this practice would not be allowed, participated in, and even celebrated.

England and Wales have acknowledged that this barbaric practice is not acceptable, will Ireland also?

🦞 Every animal deserves compassion. Tradition should never be an excuse for cruelty.

30/08/2026

What happens when warming seas create conditions for an invasive species to thrive?

In the Adriatic, scientists are turning to octopuses to help combat invasive blue crabs that have disrupted marine ecosystems and damaged fisheries.

While the project explores a nature-based solution, it also highlights a growing reality: climate-driven changes in our oceans are altering where species live, how ecosystems function, and the challenges facing marine wildlife.

The health of our oceans, and the animals that call them home, depends on tackling the root causes of these changes.

🌍🌊 https://www.bluewin.ch/en/lifestyle/italy-is-using-octopuses-to-combat-invasive-crabs-li.3574288

29/08/2026

🦀 World Day for the End of Speciesism

Speciesism is the belief that some animals deserve more moral consideration than others simply because of their species. For many, speciesism means their suffering is overlooked.

Crabs, lobsters and prawns can experience injury, stress, fear and pain throughout capture, transport, storage, and slaughter. Their experiences matter, regardless of how different they are from us.

A more compassionate world means extending consideration to all sentient animals, including those that look different.

This World Day for the End of Speciesism, help us ensure that crabs, lobsters and other decapods are not left out of the conversation.

28/08/2026

🌊 We're excited to be part of the The Rockpool Projects's Community BioBlitz Festival this weekend at Porthpean Outdoor Centre, St Austell!

Join us as we come together with wildlife experts, conservation organisations and local communities to celebrate Cornwall's incredible coastal biodiversity. 🦀🐚🦋

This fantastic event is all about discovering and recording wildlife, learning from experts, and connecting people with nature through fun, hands-on activities for all ages. We can't wait to meet everyone and share the work we're doing to protect marine life.

📅 29-30 August
📍 Porthpean Outdoor Centre, St Austell

Come and say hello if you're attending! 👋

Find out more here: https://www.therockpoolproject.co.uk/community-bioblitz-festival

Join us at this 24-hour species-spotting race set along our stunning Cornish coastline! From 29–30 August 2026 at Porthpean Outdoor Education Centre, you’ll join forces with scientists, nature lovers, and local groups to record as many species as possible in a single day.

28/08/2026

25/08/2026

Join us for another Rockpool Rangers session in Cornwall tomorrow! 🌊🦀🐚

🔭 Use our amazing underwater telescopes to see beneath the surface
🎒 Pick up a FREE activity pack packed with seaside discoveries
🏅 Earn your very own Rockpool Ranger badge
💙 Learn how to explore rockpools responsibly and respectfully
🌊 Help protect Cornwall's incredible marine wildlife

Details:
📅 Wednesday 25 August
🕝 11pm - 3pm*(tide time and weather dependent)*
📍 Location: Porth beach

Let's inspire the next generation of ocean guardians, one rockpool at a time.