Humans still haven't seen 99.999% of the deep seafloor
(npr.org)
Humans still haven’t seen 99.999% of the deep seafloor
Humans still haven’t seen 99.999% of the deep seafloor
Cuttlefish 'talk' with their arms, study reveals
(scienceblog.com)
Scientists have discovered that cuttlefish use distinct arm movements to communicate with each other, adding another dimension to these already remarkable marine creatures.
Scientists have discovered that cuttlefish use distinct arm movements to communicate with each other, adding another dimension to these already remarkable marine creatures.
Ping, You've Got Whale: AI detection system alerts ships of whales in their path
(biographic.com)
A new artificial intelligence-powered detection system is giving ship captains real-time alerts when a whale is in their path.
A new artificial intelligence-powered detection system is giving ship captains real-time alerts when a whale is in their path.
Colossal squid filmed in ocean for the first time
(bbc.co.uk)
A colossal squid has been filmed in its natural environment for the first time since the species was discovered 100 years ago.
A colossal squid has been filmed in its natural environment for the first time since the species was discovered 100 years ago.
First Confirmed Footage of a Colossal Squid
(schmidtocean.org)
One hundred years after its discovery, the colossal squid has been filmed alive in its environment for the first time by a team on board Schmidt Ocean Institute’s R/V Falkor (too) in waters off the South Sandwich Islands.
One hundred years after its discovery, the colossal squid has been filmed alive in its environment for the first time by a team on board Schmidt Ocean Institute’s R/V Falkor (too) in waters off the South Sandwich Islands.
First confirmed footage of a colossal squid captured
(rnz.co.nz)
The colossal squid was first described in 1925 based on specimens from the stomach of a commercially hunted sperm whale. A century later, an international voyage captured the first confirmed video of this species in its natural habitat - a 30cm juvenile, at a depth of 600 metres near the South Sandwich Islands.
The colossal squid was first described in 1925 based on specimens from the stomach of a commercially hunted sperm whale. A century later, an international voyage captured the first confirmed video of this species in its natural habitat - a 30cm juvenile, at a depth of 600 metres near the South Sandwich Islands.
Six decades of plankton decline sparks call to protect the marine food web
(phys.org)
The decline in plankton abundance in the North East Atlantic over the past six decades should serve as a red flag to policy makers about the need to protect some of the planet's most critical forms of life, a new study has warned.
The decline in plankton abundance in the North East Atlantic over the past six decades should serve as a red flag to policy makers about the need to protect some of the planet's most critical forms of life, a new study has warned.
An underwater volcano just released a million giant eggs–scientists stunned
(glassalmanac.com)
Far beneath the Pacific Ocean, off the coast of Vancouver Island, a seemingly dormant underwater volcano has revealed a breathtaking secret—one that has left scientists both thrilled and puzzled.
Far beneath the Pacific Ocean, off the coast of Vancouver Island, a seemingly dormant underwater volcano has revealed a breathtaking secret—one that has left scientists both thrilled and puzzled.
Stunning Antarctic Sea Creatures Discovered After Iceberg Breaks Away
(scientificamerican.com)
A large sponge, a cluster of anemones, and other life is seen nearly 230 meters deep at an area of the seabed that was very recently covered by the George VI Ice Shelf in Antarctica. Sponges can grow very slowly, sometimes less than two centimeters a year, so the size of this specimen suggests this community has been active for decades, perhaps even hundreds of years.
A large sponge, a cluster of anemones, and other life is seen nearly 230 meters deep at an area of the seabed that was very recently covered by the George VI Ice Shelf in Antarctica. Sponges can grow very slowly, sometimes less than two centimeters a year, so the size of this specimen suggests this community has been active for decades, perhaps even hundreds of years.
Chicago-Sized Iceberg Hid Ancient Ecosystem, Scientists Reveal
(gizmodo.com)
Scientists scrutinizing the seafloor beneath a calving iceberg found a remarkable array of living creatures, switching up notions of how the giant chunks of ice affect their immediate environs.
Scientists scrutinizing the seafloor beneath a calving iceberg found a remarkable array of living creatures, switching up notions of how the giant chunks of ice affect their immediate environs.
Hungry little crabs may help control coral-eating starfish numbers
(phys.org)
Small, hidden crabs may be the missing link influencing coral-eating starfish populations, according to a study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
Small, hidden crabs may be the missing link influencing coral-eating starfish populations, according to a study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
'Whale Conveyor Belt' Moves Tons of Nutrients Across the Ocean–Through Urine
(gizmodo.com)
When whales migrate from their cold feeding grounds to warmer breeding waters, they carry tons of nutrients in their urine.
When whales migrate from their cold feeding grounds to warmer breeding waters, they carry tons of nutrients in their urine.
The first images of humpbacks having sex, and they're both males
(cbc.ca)
Two male humpback whales are seen mating off the coast of Hawaii in 2022 in what scientists say is the first documented instance of humpback sex.
Two male humpback whales are seen mating off the coast of Hawaii in 2022 in what scientists say is the first documented instance of humpback sex.
Foraging seals enable scientists to measure fish abundance across the Pacific
(phys.org)
Over the past 60 years, marine biologists at UC Santa Cruz have monitored the behavior of northern elephant seals that journey to nearby Año Nuevo Natural Reserve.
Over the past 60 years, marine biologists at UC Santa Cruz have monitored the behavior of northern elephant seals that journey to nearby Año Nuevo Natural Reserve.
Scientists solve the mystery of sea turtles' 'lost years'
(phys.org)
Using satellite trackers, scientists have discovered the whereabouts of young sea turtles during a key part of their lives.
Using satellite trackers, scientists have discovered the whereabouts of young sea turtles during a key part of their lives.
Tiny algae shaped the evolution of giant clams
(colorado.edu)
Giant clams, some of the largest mollusks on Earth, have long fascinated scientists. These impressive creatures can grow up to 4.5 feet in length and weigh over 700 pounds, making them icons of tropical coral reefs.
Giant clams, some of the largest mollusks on Earth, have long fascinated scientists. These impressive creatures can grow up to 4.5 feet in length and weigh over 700 pounds, making them icons of tropical coral reefs.
The ocean teems with networks of interconnected bacteria
(quantamagazine.org)
Tiny bridges, known as bacterial nanotubes, connect the inner spaces of photosynthesizing bacteria throughout the oceans — forming little-known cellular networks of trade and communication.
Tiny bridges, known as bacterial nanotubes, connect the inner spaces of photosynthesizing bacteria throughout the oceans — forming little-known cellular networks of trade and communication.
Orca that carried dead calf for weeks appears to be in mourning again
(nytimes.com)
Researchers say that the killer whale’s newborn calf in Puget Sound has also died and she’s unable to let go.
Researchers say that the killer whale’s newborn calf in Puget Sound has also died and she’s unable to let go.
Great Whales Can Live a Lot Longer Than We Thought – If We Leave Them Alone
(theguardian.com)
Bowhead whales may not be the only species that can live to 200 years old. Researchers have found that the industrial hunting of great whales has masked the ability of these underwater giants to also live to great ages
Bowhead whales may not be the only species that can live to 200 years old. Researchers have found that the industrial hunting of great whales has masked the ability of these underwater giants to also live to great ages
Baby red handfish 'thriving' in captive-breeding program in Tasmania
(abc.net.au)
A Tasmanian marine research project has handed "one of the world's rarest fish" a lifeline.
A Tasmanian marine research project has handed "one of the world's rarest fish" a lifeline.
Researchers discover new ocean predator in the Atacama Trench
(phys.org)
Characterized by darkness and intense pressure, the ocean's hadal zone seems uninhabitable, yet dozens of unique organisms call it home.
Characterized by darkness and intense pressure, the ocean's hadal zone seems uninhabitable, yet dozens of unique organisms call it home.
Four Hidden Species of Portuguese Man-O'-War
(crookedtimber.org)
There’s been a a certain amount of negativity floating around lately. So, let’s talk about a toxic, venomous freak of nature and the parasite that afflicts it.Biology warning, this gets slightly squicky.
There’s been a a certain amount of negativity floating around lately. So, let’s talk about a toxic, venomous freak of nature and the parasite that afflicts it.Biology warning, this gets slightly squicky.
Unique killer whale pod may have acquired special skills to hunt whale sharks
(phys.org)
Killer whales can feed on marine mammals, turtles, and fish. In the Gulf of California, a pod might have picked up new skills that help them hunt whale sharks—the world's largest fish, growing up to 18 meters long.
Killer whales can feed on marine mammals, turtles, and fish. In the Gulf of California, a pod might have picked up new skills that help them hunt whale sharks—the world's largest fish, growing up to 18 meters long.
For the Love of a Little Sea
(hakaimagazine.com)
The birthplace of experimental marine biology is in decline. Will Ireland rally to save it?
The birthplace of experimental marine biology is in decline. Will Ireland rally to save it?
Micromelo Undatus
(wikipedia.org)
Micromelo undatus, common name the miniature melo, is an uncommon species of small sea snail or bubble snail, a marine opisthobranch gastropod mollusk in the family Aplustridae.
Micromelo undatus, common name the miniature melo, is an uncommon species of small sea snail or bubble snail, a marine opisthobranch gastropod mollusk in the family Aplustridae.
The Argonaut Octopus Has Mastered the Free Ride
(defector.com)
In 2019, the photographer Harris Narainen had just wrapped up a night dive off Anilao in the Philippines and begun his staggered ascent to the surface when his dive leader pointed a flashlight at something bright and yellow.
In 2019, the photographer Harris Narainen had just wrapped up a night dive off Anilao in the Philippines and begun his staggered ascent to the surface when his dive leader pointed a flashlight at something bright and yellow.
The US Navy Put Cameras on Dolphins and the Results Were Wild
(sciencealert.com)
A buzz of clicks and gleeful victory squeals compose the soundtrack in the first footage ever recorded from the perspective of dolphins freely hunting off the coast of North America.
A buzz of clicks and gleeful victory squeals compose the soundtrack in the first footage ever recorded from the perspective of dolphins freely hunting off the coast of North America.