Tag: marine biology
-
Tiny Ocean Engineers: Coccolithophores and the Ocean’s Carbon Clock
Introduction: Tiny organisms with a global footprint Invisible to the naked eye, coccolithophores are a group of microscopic marine algae that pull carbon from the atmosphere and lock it away in their intricate calcium carbonate shells. These tiny ocean engineers vary in shape and surface texture—from plated and porous to spiky exterior designs—but they all…
-
Marine Sponges Resilient to Nitrogen Run-Off, But Not All Species Across Niches
New findings on how nitrogen runoff affects marine sponges A recent study led by researchers from Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington sheds light on how nitrogen fertilizer runoff may influence marine sponges. The international collaboration examined seven sponge species—three from New Zealand’s Wellington coast and four from Lough Hyne, a protected marine reserve in…
-
Nitrogen Run-off and Marine Sponges: Tolerance and Troubled species
New Insights into How Nitrogen Run-off Affects Marine Sponges Researchers from Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington have taken a close look at how elevated nitrogen levels, primarily from agricultural run-off, could influence marine sponges. The study examined seven sponge species from two geographic regions—three species along Wellington’s coast in New Zealand and four from…
-
10 Animals That Produce Hundreds or Millions of Babies at Once
Introduction: Why some animals produce so many offspring In the animal kingdom, there are strategies for surviving harsh environments, and some species rely on sheer numbers to ensure that at least a few offspring reach adulthood. From the oceans to forests and deserts, certain animals release hundreds or even millions of young in a single…
-
Nitrogen Runoff and Marine Sponges: Tolerance and Risks
New study investigates nitrogen run-off and sponge health A recent study led by researchers from Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington explores how nitrogen fertilizer run-off could affect marine sponges. Published in the Journal of Experimental Marine Biology and Ecology, the research tested seven sponge species—three from Wellington, New Zealand, and four from Lough Hyne,…
-
Rare Ocean Sunfish Washes Up on Donegal Coast: What We Know
Rare Ocean Sunfish Discovered on the Donegal Coast A rare ocean sunfish has been found washed up on the West Donegal coast, drawing attention from locals and marine enthusiasts alike. The creature, known for its distinctive disc-shaped body, was discovered by walkers at the Back Strand in Falcarragh yesterday morning. The sunfish was deceased when…
-
Rare Ocean Sunfish Found Washed Up Off Donegal Coast
Rare ocean sunfish washes ashore in west Donegal A rare ocean sunfish has been found washed up along the west Donegal coast, discovered by two friends during a morning walk. The giant, disc-shaped creature was located at the Back Strand in Falcarragh on Saturday morning and, according to reports, was dead when found. The two…
-
Night divers reveal fish carrying stinging anemones in their mouths
Unveiling a Hidden Ocean Alliance In the realm beneath the waves, science is always ready to redefine what we think we know about animal relationships. A striking new line of evidence from blackwater night dives shows several species of juvenile fish actively carrying larval stinging sea anemones in their mouths. Documented in the Journal of…
-
Currents: A Day-to-Night Ocean Conservation Gathering During NYC Climate Week
Currents: A Day-to-Night Ocean Conservation Gathering During NYC Climate Week During NYC Climate Week, Coral Vita, the world’s leading commercial land-based coral reef restoration company, hosted Currents — a full-day celebration and dialogue designed to ignite action for the health of our oceans. Set in the heart of Manhattan, Currents united Indigenous elders, environmental entrepreneurs,…
-
Ice Diatoms Glide at Record-Low Arctic Temperatures
Ice Diatoms Break Ice on Motion in the Cold Hidden within the Arctic’s frozen seas are microscopic organisms that do more than survive. New research reveals that ice diatoms can actively glide through ice, seeking out better light and nutrient sources. In a combination of in situ fieldwork and laboratory experiments, these single-celled algae demonstrated…