The public eye has been increasingly cast out towards big blue in recent weeks.
We may be up to our eyeballs with worrying environmental issues to deal with on dry land, but let's not forget that two thirds of the earth is covered by the deep blue sea.
Lately newspapers have been full of stories about the threat of extinction to sharks, the lack of protection for dolphins and the decline in fortunes of the majestic bluefin tuna, hunted to critical levels to fill the menus of upmarket sushi restaurants.
The story has even made it onto the big screen with the cinema release of Charles Clover's documentary film End of the Line which has forced many people to sit up and take notice of the devastating impact of over fishing.
It's easy to overlook the environmental impact we have on our oceans because as a landlubber species devoid of fins and gills be don't spend an enormous amount of our time in the briny. In fact we've been wandering with our feet firmly on dry land ignoring the plight of our seas for far too long.
But fear not, because with your help we can do something to make a difference.
The Marine Bill is a chance for the UK government to put legislation in place to protect our seas and if you want to become one of the foot soldiers of our Make the Marine Bill Count Campaign then click here and you'll find everything you'll need to know to help you put pressure on your local MP.
Long line fishing kills 100,000 albatrosses every year and these gigantic masters of the sea are heading for serious trouble if something isn't done. You can find out more at the Save the Albatross page and get involved in the campaign.
There are many wonders and mysteries lurking in the world's oceans. But if we don't take advantage of the momentum which has recently begun to pick up pace to make a real change now, we could be sailing blindly into very treacherous waters.