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Tiger Anemone Discovered in Singapore Confirmed as New Species after a Decade of Research
Category: Marine BiologyRead More: Tiger Anemone Discovered in Singapore Confirmed as New Species after a Decade of ResearchHidden amidst the sands of Changi’s shoreline, a sea anemone bearing a resemblance to a light-colored strawberry has recently been recognized as a novel species by local researchers. Unveiling the Mysteries of the Tiger Anemone Dubbed the “tiger anemone” due to its distinctive striping and its aptitude to consume prey larger than its size, the…
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Exploration Team Ventures into South Australia to Observe Giant Cuttlefish Mating Season
Category: Marine BiologyRead More: Exploration Team Ventures into South Australia to Observe Giant Cuttlefish Mating SeasonA Breathtaking Natural Event Witnessed by Researchers Andi Cross & Janine Barker Having lived in Australia for five years and immersed myself in its oceanic environment, it was inevitable that I would hear stories about South Australia. Splitting opinions, half the people I engaged with were captivated by this oceanic realm, while the other half…
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Study Suggests Climate Breakdown is Altering the Color of World’s Oceans
Category: Science & EnvironmentRead More: Study Suggests Climate Breakdown is Altering the Color of World’s OceansNew research suggests that Earth’s oceans are experiencing a shift in color, and climate breakdown is likely the driving force behind this phenomenon. The once deep blue sea is gradually transforming into a greener hue, particularly in low latitude regions near the equator. The Significance of Ocean Color “The significance of this issue lies not…
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Exploratory Expedition Reveals Remarkable Microbial Diversity Within Coral Reefs
Category: Marine ResearchRead More: Exploratory Expedition Reveals Remarkable Microbial Diversity Within Coral ReefsUnprecedented Exploration Covers 100,000 Kilometers, Collecting 58,000 Samples from 249 Locations in Indonesia, Japan, and Papua New Guinea Recent findings from the Tara Pacific expedition, the largest-ever survey of Pacific Ocean corals, have challenged previous assumptions about the extent of genetic diversity within coral reefs worldwide. Conducted over a two-year period, the expedition aboard the…
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An Underwater “City” Constructed by Octopus Colony
Category: Marine ConservationRead More: An Underwater “City” Constructed by Octopus ColonyDiscover Octlantis, an astonishing underwater metropolis inhabited by a remarkable octopus colony. Situated in Jervis Bay, Australia, this city, uncovered in 2017, has captivated the attention of researchers and scientists, unveiling intricate social behaviors among these cephalopods. The remarkable discovery of Octlantis pushes the boundaries of our understanding of octopuses’ social capabilities, enticing us to…
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Peter Harrison: “Coral reefs are crucial for the survival of approximately 1 million different species”
Category: Environment & ConservationRead More: Peter Harrison: “Coral reefs are crucial for the survival of approximately 1 million different species”Peter Harrison is a marine biologist who founded the Marine Ecology Research Center at Southern Cross University in Australia. Since the early 1980s, he has been studying corals to find solutions for saving coral reefs, which are suffering from the effects of climate change and rising ocean temperatures. Peter Harrison’s innovative approach involves rearing coral…
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What is the number and weight of plastic particles floating in the world’s oceans?
Category: Environment & ConservationRead More: What is the number and weight of plastic particles floating in the world’s oceans?A study conducted by various institutes and universities has revealed that the amount of plastic in the ocean has exploded since 2005. In this new study, scientists have provided an estimate of the number and weight of plastic particles that are currently floating in the oceans. Studying 40 years of data Having accurate information on…
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Climate change threatens to make starfish extinct with serious ecological consequences.
Category: Marine ConservationRead More: Climate change threatens to make starfish extinct with serious ecological consequences.Climate projections for the future of the oceans cast many doubts on the survival of starfish, which are among the most important echinoderms capable of mitigating the ecological effects of other species. Within just eighty years, our seas and oceans risk losing some of the most famous and beautiful marine species that exist due to…
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How to save a whale
Category: Marine ConservationRead More: How to save a whaleThe ocean is famous for its endlessness and its calm. And yet sometimes everything happens at once. Thousands of dolphins appear around the ship and race past the bow back down. “I want one for a pet!” calls a boy on deck. In the background, a freighter moves lazily through the channel in front of…
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They Walk on Fins and Stand on Their Heads: Fascinating Feeding Behavior of Nurse Sharks Captured on Film
Category: Marine BiologyRead More: They Walk on Fins and Stand on Their Heads: Fascinating Feeding Behavior of Nurse Sharks Captured on FilmFor millions of years, sharks have been prowling the world’s oceans, reigning as powerful and ancient creatures. Traditionally, these magnificent beings move solely up and down the water column. However, some have developed a unique skill – walking on the ocean floor using their pectoral and pelvic fins. Although this walking behavior may seem unusual,…
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Warming in California Leads to Alarming Decline in Invertebrate Populations
Category: Marine EcologyRead More: Warming in California Leads to Alarming Decline in Invertebrate PopulationsA concerning phenomenon known as “The Drop” occurred off the coast of California around 8 years ago, bringing about a prolonged period of abnormal warm water. This unusual heat wave, which lasted for two years, has left lasting impacts on the marine ecosystems in the region. Researchers from the University of California have extensively studied…
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Scientists Unravel the Vision of Horseshoe Crabs: Seeing Through Their Shells
Category: Marine BiologyRead More: Scientists Unravel the Vision of Horseshoe Crabs: Seeing Through Their ShellsHorseshoe crabs, ancient living fossils that have remained relatively unchanged for millions of years, possess intriguing features that set them apart from other creatures. One of their most fascinating attributes is their eyes, which protrude from the outer surface of their large carapace while the rest of their bodies remain concealed within. A recent scientific…
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Tiger Anemone Discovered in Singapore Confirmed as New Species after a Decade of Research
Hidden amidst the sands of Changi’s shoreline, a sea anemone bearing a resemblance to a light-colored strawberry has recently been recognized as a novel species by local researchers. Unveiling the Mysteries of the Tiger Anemone Dubbed the “tiger anemone” due to its distinctive striping and its aptitude to consume prey larger than its size, the… READ MORE >>>>
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Exploration Team Ventures into South Australia to Observe Giant Cuttlefish Mating Season
A Breathtaking Natural Event Witnessed by Researchers Andi Cross & Janine Barker Having lived in Australia for five years and immersed myself in its oceanic environment, it was inevitable that I would hear stories about South Australia. Splitting opinions, half the people I engaged with were captivated by this oceanic realm, while the other half… READ MORE >>>>
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Study Suggests Climate Breakdown is Altering the Color of World’s Oceans
New research suggests that Earth’s oceans are experiencing a shift in color, and climate breakdown is likely the driving force behind this phenomenon. The once deep blue sea is gradually transforming into a greener hue, particularly in low latitude regions near the equator. The Significance of Ocean Color “The significance of this issue lies not… READ MORE >>>>
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