The Sea Eagles That Returned to Mull Almost 50 years ago, conservationists reintroduced white-tailed eagles to Scotland. It’s gone well. Some say too well.
Detective McDavitt and the Curious Case of the Clown Wedgefish Scientists were writing an obituary for this species when a lawyer turned internet sleuth found evidence of its existence in an unlikely place.
Loose Lips Save Sunken Ships They used to keep historical shipwrecks hidden. Now, a marine sanctuary is trying a new tactic: radical honesty.
The Republic of Cows When habitat loss is one of the biggest issues facing wild animals, why has Alaska given an entire uninhabited, remote island to feral cattle?
Featured The Sea Eagles That Returned to Mull Almost 50 years ago, conservationists reintroduced white-tailed eagles to Scotland. It’s gone well. Some say too well.
Birds of a Feather Flock … With Whoever Is Nearby Chart your own course, or stick with the group? Migrating shorebirds choose the latter. Sep 22, 2023 | 750 words, about 3 minutes
South Africa’s Missing Sharks Have Been Found A spate of killer whale attacks spooked South Africa’s great white sharks. Sep 21, 2023 | 800 words, about 4 minutes
In Hot Water, Clownfish Grow Up Quick As climate change becomes more serious, even fish may be forced to grow up too soon. Sep 20, 2023 | 500 words, about 2 minutes
Scientists Discover a Labyrinth of Life Hidden in the Deep A deep-sea expedition in Central America uncovers symbiotic bacteria and tube worm nurseries thriving below the seafloor. Sep 19, 2023 | 1,000 words, about 5 minutes
Scientists Eye Offshore Wind’s Effects on the Atlantic’s Crucial Cold Pool Scientists are rushing to understand how New Jersey’s planned offshore wind farms might alter the mid-Atlantic cold pool, home to some of the most valuable shellfish fisheries in the United States. Sep 15, 2023 | 750 words, about 3 minutes
Biodegradable Fishing Gear Isn’t Good Enough Lower efficiency makes the eco-friendly nets and ropes fall short. That’s a trade-off we might have to accept. Sep 14, 2023 | 800 words, about 4 minutes
One Great Shot: Flying among the Rays A chance encounter with hundreds of graceful mobula rays leaves an underwater photographer in awe. Sep 13, 2023 | 250 words, 1 photo
The Sea Eagles That Returned to Mull Almost 50 years ago, conservationists reintroduced white-tailed eagles to Scotland. It’s gone well. Some say too well. Sep 12, 2023 | 3,900 words, about 19 minutes