Articles for tag: coastal ecosystems, harbor seals, marine mammals, rhode island wildlife, seal population

Rhode Island Harbor Seals Pack In

Suhail Ahmed

For decades, Rhode Island’s rocky shores were winter sanctuaries for harbor seals, their sleek bodies gliding through icy waters and basking on sunlit stones. But now, these whiskered marine mammals are arriving earlier, staying longer, and showing up in record numbers. What’s fueling this surge? Marine biologists point to a curious mix of success and ...

Marine Mammal Protection: How Laws Differ Worldwide and Why It Matters

Marine Mammal Protection: How Laws Differ Worldwide and Why It Matters

Annette Uy

Imagine hearing the haunting song of a whale echo across a vast ocean, or watching dolphins leap with joy alongside a boat. Now imagine a world where these moments vanish forever. Marine mammals—whales, dolphins, seals, manatees, and more—are not just breathtaking wonders, but vital architects of ocean health. As pressures from fishing, pollution, and climate ...