Manta Ray Hunting
Manta rays are one of the many fascinating creatures of the sea, known for their high intelligence, giant sizes, and…
The Effectiveness of a Marine Protected Area: Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument
On June 15, 2006 U.S. President George W. Bush established Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument, and on August 26, 2016, President…
Bloody-Belly Comb Jelly and its Bioluminescence
Bloody-Belly Comb Jellies (Lampocteis cruentiventer) were first discovered around 1979 off the Coast of San Diego, California, and were later…
Scalloped Hammerhead migration
Scalloped hammerheads are a migratory species of hammerhead. They receive their name from the scalloped front edge of their head.…
The unique background of the blue lobster
A couple years ago in our very own back yard of Rhode Island. We found a rare 1 in 100…
Diatoms and Drug Delivery: An Exciting Turn in Cancer Research
Microscopic yet mighty, diatoms are photosynthetic microorganisms that are all around us. These hardy organisms are found in nearly every…
Bioluminescence as a Predatory Adaptation in Marine Organisms
When most people hear the word “bioluminescence” the first example they think of is a firefly. Anybody who has been…
Cross-dressing Cuttlefish
Cephalopods are known for their astonishing ability to rapidly change color and shape, and the Giant Cuttlefish (Sepia apama) is…
Nature’s Jewelry: The Science Behind Pearl Formation
Pearls are some of nature’s most beautiful creations, organic gemstones that have become a timeless staple in the jewelry industry.…
Are Humpback Whales the Ocean’s Unexpected Heroes?
A pod of killer whales circles a gray whale calf. The ocean surface erupts with splashes as the calf struggles…