Pollution
The Otter Guys: How heavy metal pollution affects Alaskan northern sea otters
Most pollution is clearly visible in nature, but some types are very subtle. In the case of heavy metal pollution,…
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Conservation
Drowning in bad news about the ocean? Cheer up with these uplifting stories!
Bad news fatigue is real, and a strategy called ocean optimism means to tackle it. These success stories of victories…
Climate Change
Arctic Viruses Infecting sub-Arctic Seals: How Climate Change is Creating Marine Epidemics
With all the preparations being made to help human populations get through Covid-19, many are wondering about the effect the…
Behavior Biology Conservation Ecology Genetics
A long history of tool use in marine mammals? You otter believe it!
The use of tools by animals has been documented in a wide range of species, from birds to invertebrates, encompassing…