Articles for category: Marine Biology

10 Creatures From the Deep Sea That Look Like They’re From Another Planet

Sumi

Imagine a place where sunlight never reaches, pressure could crush a submarine, and life has twisted itself into shapes that look more like science fiction than biology. That’s the deep sea. It’s Earth’s largest habitat, and yet we’ve explored only a tiny slice of it. What we have seen, though, is wild enough to make ...

Yeti Crabs and Bacterial Gardens

Crabs That Farm Seaweed

Jan Otte

Picture this: a crab carefully tending to its own underwater garden, harvesting like a meticulous farmer. While this might sound like something from a children’s story, the reality is far more fascinating. Marine scientists have discovered that certain crab species have developed remarkable relationships with and algae that resemble agricultural practices more than typical predator-prey ...

The Fish That Builds Sandcastles to Impress Mates

The Fish That Builds Sandcastles to Impress Mates

Gargi Chakravorty

Nature has produced countless remarkable courtship rituals, from peacocks displaying vibrant tail feathers to birds performing elaborate dances. Yet deep in the waters of Japan and Africa, certain fish species have taken romantic expression to artistic extremes. These remarkable creatures don’t just sing or dance for love. They build. Picture this: you’re diving in clear ...

Idaho Salmon: New Dam Tech Tested

Idaho Salmon: New Dam Tech Tested

Gargi Chakravorty

 Rivers never sleep, and neither do the salmon that call them home. Every year, millions of these remarkable fish embark on an incredible journey from the Pacific Ocean back to the mountain streams where they were born. But their path isn’t the same as it was centuries ago. Today, massive concrete barriers stand in their ...

The Extraordinary Lives of Extreme Organisms: Life Beyond Limits

The Extraordinary Lives of Extreme Organisms: Life Beyond Limits

Sumi

Some forms of life laugh in the face of what we call “impossible.” While we worry about sunscreen and seatbelts, there are tiny creatures chilling near boiling acid, floating between ice crystals, or silently feeding on radiation in old nuclear reactors. Their existence doesn’t just stretch our imagination; it forces us to rewrite the rules ...

The Amazing World of Bioluminescence: Why Do Some Creatures Glow?

The Amazing World of Bioluminescence: Why Do Some Creatures Glow?

Sumi

Walk along a dark beach on a warm night and you might see the waves suddenly flare up with an eerie blue light, as if the ocean itself is alive and breathing. That first sight of glowing water or a firefly-filled field can feel almost supernatural, like you’ve stepped into a scene from a fantasy ...

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The Lost Rivers of the Underworld: Unseen Waterways Flowing Beneath Our Feet

Trizzy Orozco

As we walk through cities and landscapes, we often remain blissfully unaware of the hidden marvels flowing beneath us—the lost rivers of the underworld. These unseen waterways, veiled in mystery and scientific intrigue, weave through urban and rural landscapes, carrying stories of geology, history, and urban development. The article delves into the enchanting world of ...

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The Impact of Rising Sea Levels on Florida’s Coastal Cities and Wildlife

Trizzy Orozco

Florida’s picturesque coastlines, celebrated for their stunning beaches and vibrant ecosystems, stand on the front lines of climate change. As global temperatures rise, so do sea levels, threatening both human settlements and the diverse wildlife unique to the region. This silent but inexorable rise poses multifaceted challenges that require urgent attention and action. The Science ...