Geoffrey Giller

Author bio

Geoffrey Giller is a freelance science writer and photographer based in Ithaca, New York, but originally from the Connecticut shoreline. He has a master’s degree in environmental science and a special love for amphibians. His writing has also appeared in Scientific American, Audubon, and The Scientist.

Geoffrey Giller’s Contributions:

What the Ancient Oyster Knows

Scientists in the emerging field of conservation paleobiology believe that the key to oyster conservation could be contained in ancient shells.

Sep 13, 2016 | 1,600 words, about 8 minutes

Ballast Water Exemptions Are Leaving Alaska Open to Invasion

Meanwhile, a new bill could strip the Environmental Protection Agency of its ability to regulate ballast water.

Jun 24, 2016 | 750 words, about 3 minutes

To date, Maine’s lobsters have only been lightly affected by “lobster shell disease,” but that could change as the water warms. Photo by Scott Leslie/Minden Pictures/Corbis

A Warming Threat to Maine’s Lobsters

The water in the Gulf of Maine is warming rapidly, a change that could bring a once-rare lobster disease further north.

Mar 31, 2016 | 850 words, about 4 minutes

Caribbean Whales Have an Accent

Research shows Caribbean sperm whales share a unique regional call.

Feb 11, 2016 | 500 words, about 2 minutes

Large ships use ballast tanks to keep themselves level. These tanks also transport a whole range of marine life. Photo by Ashley Cooper/Corbis

Arctic Invasion

Invasive species are making it to the Arctic, they just can’t survive there—yet.

Dec 8, 2015 | 450 words, about 2 minutes

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