A Future for Giant Clams: Aquaculture & Reef Conservation
Giant clams and other reef species are facing growing threats as corals reefs continue to decline around the world. Climate…
Tag: Marine Biology
Saving the Living Fossil
Horseshoe crab resting on beach taken by Timothy Fadek https://www.timothyfadek.com/horseshoe-crabs After millions of years, the splitting of the continents and…
The Mysteries and Importance of the Deep Ocean
When we think about the ocean, many of us imaginatively arrive at sun drenched waves, coral reefs, or sandy beaches.…
Oyster Reefs: Rehabilitating New Yorks Coast
As the climate crisis continues to rage war on healthy ecosystems, natural protective measures remain on the forefront of fighting this war.…
Blinding Bycatch: How Solar Power is Reducing Accidental Capture of Sea Turtles
There are seven species of sea turtle globally, all of which are threatened or endangered. One of the main threats…
Successful Coral Restoration Methods of the Coral Triangle in Indonesia
Did you know that there are multiple methods to restore coral reefs that have sustained damage? Marine Biology Researchers and…
Swimming under the radar: How sharks are being impacted by ocean acidification
Sharks are capable of evolving rapidly, overcoming dozens of obstacles to suite many niches within our oceans. There is one…
Mudskippers can walk on land; but how did they get there?
It is often taken for granted that fish live in the water and stay there their whole lives; unless someone…
Zebra Mussels: Hitchhiking Invaders.
Zebra Mussels, known as Dreissena polymorpha, are a type of mussel native to the Caspian and Black Seas in eastern…
From Fins to Functions: Dermal Denticles
For centuries, scientists have taken inspiration from nature and the vast amount of species. Since the ocean is very unexplored,…