The Ocean Is Becoming Too Loud for Oysters
Research from the University of Adelaide reveals that human-generated noise is hindering baby oysters’ ability to use natural sounds to find habitats, affecting marine conservation…
Marine Biology News
Marine biology is the scientific study of organisms in the ocean and other saltwater environments such as estuaries and wetlands. This field encompasses a wide range of topics, including the study of marine animals, plants, and ecosystems, as well as the biological and chemical processes that govern the life of marine organisms. Marine biologists investigate the behaviors, genetics, and health of marine species, their interactions within ecosystems, and the impact of human activity on these environments. The insights gained from marine biology are essential for conserving marine biodiversity, managing fisheries, and understanding environmental changes such as ocean acidification and warming. Through their work, marine biologists contribute crucial knowledge that supports marine conservation efforts and sustainable use of oceanic resources.
Turbulence Below: Scientists Discover Key to Deep Sea Health
New research shows that summer storms play a vital role in replenishing deep-water oxygen levels in the UK, which is crucial for maintaining marine health…
Survival at Extreme Depths: How Comb Jellies Defy Ocean Pressure
UC San Diego researchers discovered that ctenophores in the deep sea have unique lipid adaptations, called “homeocurvature,” allowing survival in high pressures. These findings might…
Surprise Discovery Could Rewrite the Global Carbon Cycle
Ocean diatoms, like Cylindrotheca closterium, build biomass by both photosynthesis and consuming organic carbon, a finding that may change our view of the global carbon…
Scientists Unveil Mysteries of Newly Discovered Hydrothermal Vents at Jøtul Field
Hydrothermal vents are located globally at the boundaries of shifting tectonic plates, with many fields yet to be discovered. In a 2022 expedition aboard the…
Biased Waters: The Skewed Science of Marine Conservation
Research reveals that the most endangered reef fishes are often the least studied and appreciated, with public and scientific interest skewed towards commercially valuable or…
Ancient Myth Debunked: Ammonites Were Not Doomed Before Extinction Event
Recent findings from the University of Bristol reveal that ammonites, ancient marine mollusks, were not necessarily declining before their extinction 66 million years ago. The…
Mysteries of the Deep: Tracking Whale Journeys After Death
Research on sustainable whale disposal methods reveals effective offshore strategies that help maintain marine ecosystem balance by utilizing deceased whales, aiding in nutrient cycling and…
Oceanic Mystery Cracked: Scientists Identify Secret Nitrogen Fixers
New research reveals a symbiosis between a marine diatom and a Rhizobia-like bacterium, essential for nitrogen fixation in the ocean, which may also impact future…
Paleontological Mystery: New Study Reveals That Ammonoids Thrived Until Their Sudden Extinction
A recent study utilized museum collections to chart global ammonite diversity prior to their complete extinction. The findings reveal that ammonites were not declining before…
A Stunning New Blue: Mysterious Origin of the Ribbontail Ray’s Electric Blue Spots Revealed
Researchers have discovered the mechanisms behind the electric blue spots on bluespotted ribbontail rays, identifying nanostructures that reflect light to create vibrant colors. This finding…
Carbon Cataclysm: Scientists Shed New Light on Ancient Apocalypse That Affected the Entire Planet
Around 183 million years ago, during the Toarcian Oceanic Anoxic Event (T-OAE), volcanic eruptions in what is now South Africa released approximately 20,500 gigatons of…
Warning From the Deep: Ancient Extinction Holds Clues to Today’s Climate Crisis
Limestone from the Mercato San Severino area in southern Italy provides evidence of historical oceanic oxygen depletion. Researchers have uncovered a significant clue within Italian…
Scientists Discover “Invisible” Fish Parasite Hidden in Fish Across the Globe
Scientists have used genome reconstruction to identify a previously “invisible” fish parasite, found globally in numerous marine fish species. This parasite, part of the apicomplexans—a…
Ocean Paradox: New Data Challenges Decades-Old Science
Until now, large-scale ocean circulation involving deep water rising to the surface had never been directly observed. For the first time, researchers from the University…
Redefining Marine Evolution: Oldest Sea Reptile Fossil in the Southern Hemisphere Discovered in New Zealand
Researchers have found the oldest Southern Hemisphere fossil of a nothosaur in New Zealand, dating back 246 million years, providing new insights into the early…
550 Million-Year-Old “Lost Years” Fossil Challenges Current Evolutionary Theories
The discovery of the late Ediacaran sponge, Helicolocellus, offers new insights into early sponge evolution, suggesting non-biomineralizing forms existed about 550 million years ago and…
Alarming Consequences: Pacific Coast Gray Whales Are Shrinking
A study from Oregon State University shows that gray whales off the Pacific Northwest have shrunk significantly since 2000, indicating potential broader environmental issues and…