A gray whale at the ocean surface. Photo by Knute BrekkeWhat's killing Pacific whales?
A gray whale at the ocean surface. Photo by Knute Brekke
June 24, 2019 – Gray whales are dying in large numbers along their Pacific Coast migration route. Scientists are looking for clues to this this phenomenon.
Ocean acidification makes some marine snails less able to resist predators
May 31, 2019 – Ocean acidification makes some snails more susceptible to being eaten by invasive (and predatory) green crabs.
Spring 2019 CANON experiment explores Earth’s largest migration
May 29, 2019 – During MBARI's Spring 2019 CANON experiment, researchers will study the vertical migration of ocean animals using sound, video, DNA, and conventional sampling equipment such as nets.
Fishing activity near marine protected areas affects the feeding ability of sponges
May 9, 2019 – A new study examines how sediments from human activities like bottom trawling for fish, are affecting glass sponges in British Columbia, Canada.
