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Decline in Shark and Rays Since 1970: Study Reveals

Sharks and rays have faced declines worldwide since 1970, with their populations decreasing by over 50%. This dramatic reduction is primarily due to overfishing along with factors such...

December 7, 2024

Minke Whales’ Hearing Range Revealed

Recent findings have transformed our understanding of minke whales’ hearing capabilities. Scientists have directly measured their hearing range for the first time. The results indicate that these whales...

November 27, 2024

What is Phytoplankton Blooms?

Recent studies reveal a concerning link between desertification and oceanic phytoplankton blooms. Researchers have observed important changes in the Indian Ocean, particularly southeast of Madagascar, which experienced the...

November 23, 2024

Bathydevius Caudactylus: New Species of Bioluminescent Sea Slug Discovered

Recently, researchers from the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) revealed a remarkable discovery. They identified a glowing sea slug, Bathydevius caudactylus, in the ocean’s midnight zone. This...

November 19, 2024

Mnemiopsis leidyi: The Time-Traveling Comb Jelly

Recent research has revealed a remarkable phenomenon in marine biology. A newly identified species of comb jelly, known scientifically as Mnemiopsis leidyi, possesses the extraordinary ability to reverse...

November 13, 2024

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