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…
Stopping the Hunt
When being attacked by orcas, humpback whales will stop at nothing to protect their calves. They are also seen fiercely…
Mystic Aquarium: Research and Conservation
First owned by Kelvin Smith, Mystic Aquarium opened in 1973 and is located in Mystic, Connecticut. Its original purpose was…
When the Ocean Glows: The Wonder and Science Behind Bioluminescence
This glowing effect is called bioluminescence, or the ability of living organisms to produce light through chemical reactions inside their…
Off the Iberian Coast: Why are Orcas “Attacking” Vessels?
Cover Image: A pair of killer whales. Credit: Captain Budd Christman, NOAA Corps Over 600 vessels have been “attacked” by…