Princess Eugenie issues statement on 'greatest wonder of the world'

Prince William in conversation with Sir David Attenborough to mark World Oceans Day

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Svar Nanan-Sen

By Svar Nanan-Sen


Published: 09/06/2025

- 12:49

The Princess of York serves as an ambassador for the Blue Marine Foundation which works to protect 30% of oceans by 2030

Princess Eugenie marked World Oceans Day by posting a photograph showing her at the beach with her two young sons.

The 35-year-old royal shared a picture of her in the sea with August, four, and Ernest, two, on her social media account.


Her decision to share this intimate family moment on World Oceans Day underscores her commitment to raising awareness about marine environments.

In the photograph, Princess Eugenie is wearing a swimsuit with crossing back straps and baggy linen shorts and her hair styled in a casual updo.

Princess Eugenie

Princess Eugenie marked World Oceans Day by posting a photograph showing her at the beach with her two young sons.

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She held Ernest's hand whilst August played in the waves ahead of them.

"The ocean is the greatest wonder of the world. Celebrating @unworldoceansday today and every day," the princess wrote alongside the image.

Her passion for marine conservation is reflected in her ambassadorial roles. In May, she became a Global Ambassador for Thirty Six For Coral, an art exhibition and auction supporting coral reef conservation.

She also serves as an ambassador for the Blue Marine Foundation, which works to protect 30% of oceans by 2030.

Princess Eugenie

In the photograph, Princess Eugenie is wearing a swimsuit with crossing back straps and baggy linen shorts and her hair styled in a casual updo.

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It comes as the Prince of Wales met Sir David Attenborough at the Royal Festival Hall in early May to discuss the broadcaster's new ocean documentary.

The film became available for streaming globally on Sunday, marking World Oceans Day.

Their filmed conversation explored Sir David's lifelong journey of ocean exploration.

The 99-year-old naturalist and Prince William discussed the current state of marine environments and the importance of maintaining hope for ocean recovery.

Prince William

The discussion, shared on Kensington Palace's social media platforms, emphasised how healthy oceans are vital for climate stability and humanity's future.

Kensington Palace

The discussion, shared on Kensington Palace's social media platforms, emphasised how healthy oceans are vital for climate stability and humanity's future.

Their exchange aimed to highlight the critical importance of marine conservation as the documentary launched worldwide.

The Prince of Wales's Earthshot Prize has achieved substantial marine conservation results through its Revive Our Oceans category.

Ocean protection remains a central focus for Prince William's environmental prize.

The category continues to support innovative solutions for marine conservation, aligning with the royal family's broader commitment to protecting the world's oceans for future generations.