Ecology
A zooplankton’s perspective on circadian behavior
Scientists explore how zooplankton perceive light when they migrate throughout the day.
Category: Ecology
Coastal Management Ecology
It takes two: Eelgrass and clams reduce erosion in coastal environments
How do benthic communities help stabilize the sediment and prevent erosion?
Ecology
Baby zooplankton are surprisingly common in the Arctic winter
It’s hard to grow up during the polar night—but a lot of zooplankton do it anyway!
Ecology
Has eelgrass already adapted to warmer waters?
A study of eelgrass adaptive capacity indicates that they may be resilient to rising ocean temperatures.
Ecology
Diatom Dialogue
Reference: Font-Muñoz, J. S., Sourisseau, M., Cohen-Sánchez, A., Tuval, I., & Basterretxea, G. (2021). Pelagic diatoms communicate through synchronized beacon…
Ecology
Fish in the Forests of Japan: How dense tree cover can boost the health of estuarine ecosystems.
We all know how important trees are for maintaining healthy terrestrial ecosystems - but how do they impact marine environments?
Ecology
Feasting whales fuel ocean ecosystems
Baleen whales eat a lot. Can their appetites help marine ecosystems recover from overfishing?
Ecology
Sea otter digging promotes eelgrass resilience
We don’t appreciate furry friends disrupting our gardens, but in the ocean, otters may be key for eelgrass ecosystem health.
Ecology
We Finally Know Why Some Fish are Warm-Blooded
On average Tuna, Great White Sharks, and other warm-blooded fish swim faster than their cold-blooded counterparts
Ecology
Unicellular Predators Feast at Hydrothermal Vents
Hydrothermal vent fluids support an intriguing food web, and unicellular protistan predators play an outsized role.
deep sea Ecology
Not only Popeye but phytoplankton need iron too.
Massive Southern Ocean phytoplankton bloom fed by iron of possible hydrothermal origin There are vast areas in the oceans that…
Aquaculture Biodiversity Conservation Ecology Human impacts Outreach
Taking a Bite of the Blue Economy
As Shark Week draws to a close, take a minute to check out how sharks are boosting ecotourism in Mexico.
Biology Ecology Fisheries Human impacts
Far reaching microplastics: They may be closer than you think
We all know plastic pollution is a growing problem in our oceans harming sea creatures and covering beaches. What is…
Ecology
A mysterious, 19 million years ago mass extinction of sharks
Citation: Sibert, E. C., & Rubin, L. D. (2021). An early Miocene extinction in pelagic sharks. Science, 372(6546), 1105-1107. 10.1126/science.aaz3549 Fossilized remains…
Alternative Energy Aquaculture Climate Change Ecology Economy Fisheries Human impacts ocean engineering technology
Fishing or Farming: Can Fisheries and Offshore Wind Farms Coexist?
Last month, President Biden announced that the US will be turning to offshore wind farms (OWFs) to meet the growing…
Ecology
Here’s how non-scientists can help protect marine life
Have you ever wanted to help do marine science research? Marine protected areas could use your help!
Ecology
The Death of an Ecosystem: Understanding the Collapse of Northern California’s Kelp Forests
In 2014, kelp forest ecosystems in northern California essentially disappeared. The reasons for the loss are now clear to scientists,…
Ecology Hazards Human impacts Pollution
The disastrous effects of an oil spill: A tale of Mauritius vs. MV Wakashio
Does Mauritius ring a bell? This tiny Indian Ocean Island was hit by the worst oil spill it had ever…
Biodiversity Biological oceanography Biology Climate Change Coastal Management Conservation Ecology Fisheries Invasive Species
The Circle of Life: Understanding Lionfish Life Cycles
We know who's the king of the jungle, but who's the king of the reef? Lionfish may look cool, but…
Biochemistry Biology Ecology Human Health Human impacts Pollution Toxicology
Ch-Ch-Ch-Changes in Seahorse Hormones
While we already know that plastics are harmful to the environment, do you ever really think about how they can…