Don’t Read Too Much into River Otters’ Return
Everyone knows about the canary in the coal mine. Well, river otters ain’t that.
Mar 29, 2023 | 850 words, about 4 minutes
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Control of Water on the Klamath River Is Pitting Endangered Fish against Potato Farms
The removal of dams on the river, which flows between Oregon and California, is meant to help salmon, but the effort could be thwarted by water diversion for suckerfish and potatoes in the upper river.
Mar 28, 2023 | 1,200 words, about 6 minutes
Preparing for a Storm the Ni-Vanuatu Way
In Vanuatu, traditional knowledge serves resilience as tropical cyclones grow more intense.
Mar 27, 2023 | 800 words, about 4 minutes
One Great Shot: Seeking Shelter in the Arms of a Jellyfish
Amid the feeding frenzy of a plankton bloom, juvenile fish stick close to their jellyfish friends.
Mar 23, 2023 | 200 words, 1 photo
Another Animal That Speckles with Age: Dolphins
Scientists can now predict how old Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins are based on their speckled bellies.
Mar 22, 2023 | 550 words, about 2 minutes
Cruise Ship Invasion
Take a typical Alaska cruise and see the damage in its wake. The evidence is clear: the industry needs an overhaul.
Mar 21, 2023 | 3,100 words, about 16 minutes
Plastic Bags Are Leaving Their Mark on the Deep-Sea Floor
Müllspuren are the latest sign of the plastipocalypse.
Mar 20, 2023 | 450 words, about 2 minutes
In Graphic Detail: Sharks in Parks
Some marine reserves are unintentionally helping coastal sharks thrive.
Mar 17, 2023 | 350 words, a quick read