Marine Wonders Explained
Find answers to some head-scratching marine science questions—from nudibranch sex to the misnomer red tides—in this series of five short videos.
May 12, 2023 | 5 videos
Species: Marine Mammals
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Recreational Fishing Industry Ranks the Safety of Right Whales Below Profit
Proposed science-backed speed limit reductions could prevent whales from dying in vessel strikes, but boating advocates are pushing back, citing economic impacts.
May 9, 2023 | 1,900 words, about 10 minutes
Do Hungry North Atlantic Right Whales Follow Their Noses?
Whales seem to find food by sniffing for a chemical cue. Scientists are hoping to turn this into an early warning system to help save the imperiled species.
May 4, 2023 | 1,100 words, about 5 minutes
In Graphic Detail: What’s on the Menu for Killer Whales?
From herring to narwhal to seal, killer whale diets vary across the North Atlantic.
Apr 14, 2023 | 500 words, about 2 minutes
For Whales and Crabbers, Finding Balance Is Getting Harder
As climate change causes more marine heatwaves, finding space for both is getting even more difficult.
Apr 6, 2023 | 700 words, about 3 minutes
Gone to the Dogs
Man’s best friend is a shorebird’s worst enemy. What will it take to control beach dogs—and, more importantly, their owners?
Apr 4, 2023 | 2,400 words, about 12 minutes
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
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