Articles for category: Animal Behavior, Conservation, Marine Biology

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The Hatchling Hustle: Why Only 1 in 1,000 Baby Turtles Survive

Trizzy Orozco

Imagine bursting into the world with sand in your eyes, a pounding heart, and a race for your life before you even know how to swim. That’s the reality for baby sea turtles. Each year, millions of hatchlings erupt from their sandy nests under the moonlight, only to face a gauntlet of dangers. But here’s ...

How Do Deep-Sea Creatures Survive Crushing Pressure?

How Do Deep-Sea Creatures Survive Crushing Pressure?

Annette Uy

Imagine a world where darkness reigns, temperatures hover near freezing, and the very water itself presses down with the weight of a skyscraper at every square inch. This is not a scene from a science fiction novel, but the mysterious reality of the deep sea. Here, life thrives against all odds, flourishing in conditions that ...

The Importance of Marine Snow for Deep-Sea Life

The Ocean’s Midnight Zone: Life in the Planet’s Most Extreme Pressure

Trizzy Orozco

Imagine a world where sunlight never reaches, where darkness reigns supreme, and the pressure could crush a submarine like a soda can. Welcome to the Midnight Zone—Earth’s most mysterious and inhospitable frontier. It’s a place that seems almost alien, yet it lies right beneath our feet, hidden beneath the rolling waves of the deep ocean. ...

Jawless Fish: The Ancient Outliers

Technically, There’s No Such Thing as a Fish — Taxonomically Speaking

Annette Uy

Picture this: you’re standing in an aquarium, marveling at the graceful movements of sharks, the colorful display of tropical fish, and the ancient-looking coelacanth in its special tank. What if I told you that, according to modern science, none of these creatures belong to a legitimate taxonomical group called “fish”? It sounds absurd, doesn’t it? ...

Greenland Shark migratory marine animal

The Deadliest Predators of the Sea: Beyond Sharks and Whales

Trizzy Orozco

The oceans cover more than 70% of our planet, teeming with life and mystery. When we think about deadly predators lurking in the depths, sharks and whales often come to mind. However, the sea hosts an array of fearsome and effective hunters beyond these giants. Delve with us into the fascinating world of oceanic creatures ...

Colorful fish and aquatic plants on a coral.

The Growing Role of Aquatic Plants in Combatting Ocean Pollution

Trizzy Orozco

Pollution in our oceans has reached alarming levels, impacting marine ecosystems and threatening the planet’s biodiversity. Yet, amid this crisis, aquatic plants emerge as unexpected allies. These remarkable organisms offer promising solutions for mitigating pollution and revitalizing marine habitats. From nutrient absorption to habitat restoration, aquatic plants provide vital ecosystem services that help clean our ...

The Ancient Shark Teeth of Mississippi: Why Scientists Are Digging Deep into the State’s Fossil History

Trizzy Orozco

Sharks have long captivated the imagination with their formidable presence and ancient lineage. But far from the dramatic coastlines, deep in the heart of Mississippi, lies a treasure trove for scientists: fossilized shark teeth that offer a window into the prehistoric world. This intriguing paleontological story unfolds in a state not typically associated with maritime ...

Washington Orcas Shift Routes

Washington Orcas Shift Routes

Andrew Alpin

The iconic black and white whales of the Pacific Northwest are on the move. ‘s legendary orcas, once predictable in their patterns, are now breaking traditional boundaries and forging new paths through waters they’ve never explored before. This shift isn’t just a minor tweak to their ancient routines. It represents something much deeper and more ...

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Irelands Glow in the Dark Waters The Science of Bioluminescent Bays

Maria Faith Saligumba

Imagine standing by the water’s edge on a tranquil Irish night, surrounded by the soft murmur of the sea. As you gaze into the dark waters, something extraordinary happens—a radiant glow illuminates the surf, sparking an almost otherworldly spectacle. This ethereal phenomenon is known as bioluminescence, and the bays of Ireland are some of the ...