marine biology

Decline in Shark and Rays Since 1970: Study Reveals

December 7, 2024

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 as habitat destruction, climate change, and pollution. A recent study shows that ..

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Minke Whales’ Hearing Range Revealed

November 27, 2024

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 can hear sounds up to 90 kilohertz (kHz), which is higher than ..

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What is Phytoplankton Blooms?

November 23, 2024

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 largest phytoplankton bloom in nearly three decades, attributed to nutrient-rich dust from ..

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Bathydevius Caudactylus: New Species of Bioluminescent Sea Slug Discovered

November 19, 2024

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 unique mollusk challenges previous understandings of deep-sea life. Discovery Background The discovery ..

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Mnemiopsis leidyi: The Time-Traveling Comb Jelly

November 13, 2024

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 its aging process. This challenges long-standing beliefs about the life cycles of ..

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