"Walrus are another iconic species in the Arctic. Just like polar bears, the effects of climate change and the melting sea ice are having a profound impact on them. Losing the sea ice means they increasingly have to haul out on land. This frequently leads to overcrowding, increased competition for resources and the potential for deadly stampedes. Add to that impacts from shipping and oil exploration, and the situation becomes even more concerning." writes Hope Spot Council Chair Dan Laffoley @danl2205 📸 Dan Laffoley #BIGACE #VoicesfortheVoiceless, #OceanGeographic, #ClimateAvengers, #SavetheArctic #IndigenousRights #ClimateAction #climatechange #arctic #arcticsea #packice #HopeSpots @oceangeographic