Lionfish Invasion
By Soren Morrison Lionfish (Pterois volitans) are a species of venomous fish, native to the Indo-Pacific region and the Red…
How does Human Interaction Affect the Release of Rehabilitated Seals?
Seals capture the hearts of many people with their big eyes, fatty blubber, and behaviors that are adored by everyone,…
Coral Bleaching and its Effects on Marine Ecosystems
Coral reefs are an important marine habitat to many species as they support marine life diversity, provide protection, and contribute…
Reproductive Cycle and Growth of Pacific Salmon
The life cycle of Pacific salmon is that of constant change and transition. Pacific salmon are anadromous fish that hatch…
Salmon Hats: The Short-Lived Orca Trend
Two orcas jumping out of the water off the coast of Alaska. Credit: Robert Pittman (NOAA/Wikimedia Commons) In 1987, off…
When Spawning Becomes a Trap: The Overfishing of the Nassau Grouper
Every winter, a few days after the full moon, thousands of Nassau groupers travel across Belize’s coral reefs to gather…
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.…