Marine life
Up to 11 million tonnes of plastic pollution is sitting on the ocean floor
Ocean floor a 'reservoir' for plastic pollution, world-first study finds.
Killer whales’ diet, rather than location, greatly impacted contaminant levels
The findings of their study underscore the need for action to protect North Atlantic killer whales.
Concerns raised over the impact of chemicals on marine life
Researchers warn of deleterious chemicals in harbors.
A mystery ancient marine reptile from Svalbard has been identified
X-ray examination has enabled the classification of a previously-unidentified marine reptile fossil from Edgeøya, Svalbard, and the technique could provide future unique insights into...
Groundbreaking: Scientists discovered ancient deep-sea coral reefs Galápagos expedition
A ground-breaking discovery of extensive, ancient deep-sea coral reefs.
Intense heatwaves happen at the bottom of the ocean
First assessment of bottom marine heat waves opens a window on the deep.
Sea temperatures control the distribution of European marine fish
Study highlights the importance of temperature in determining where fish species are found.
Patterns of mass extinction coincided with rapid decrease in marine oxygen levels
This evidence has important implications for modern deoxygenation and biodiversity declines.
A genetic library for mega-ecosystem in the Pacific Ocean
The research improves the value of environmental DNA for fisheries and conservation along the California Current.
Scientists discover ultra-black fish that absorbs 99.5% of light that hits its skin
These ultra-black fish absorb light so efficiently that even in bright light they appear to be silhouetted.
We can rescue global marine life, study
A new study has found several components of marine ecosystems can be rebuilt if efforts are made to address the causes of their decline....