Search results for seagrass

Plants & Animals Oct 3, 2023

There's a thriving global market in turtles, and much of that trade is illegal

Hatchling turtles are cute, small and inexpensive. Handled improperly, they can also make you sick.

Evolution Sep 30, 2023

Timing plant evolution with a fast-ticking epigenetic clock

Recent discoveries in the field of epigenetics, the study of inheritance of traits that occur without changing the DNA sequence, have shown that chronological age in mammals correlates with epigenetic changes that accumulate ...

Plants & Animals Sep 28, 2023

Long-term decline in Great Barrier Reef dugong populations confirmed

A new report from James Cook University (JCU) TropWATER reveals a long-term decline in dugong populations along the Great Barrier Reef, spanning from Mission Beach to Bundaberg, and Hervey Bay in the Great Sandy Strait.

Ecology Sep 28, 2023

Accounting for oxygen in modeling coastal ecosystems

Driven by climate change and pollution, the decline of oxygen levels in oceans is altering biogeochemical cycles, threatening marine plants, animals and ecosystems. But how accurately are we projecting the fate of marine ...

Plants & Animals Sep 6, 2023

Manatees were dying in record-breaking numbers. But that trend may be slowing down

Record-breaking numbers of manatees have died in Florida the past few years. But data from a recently released report may indicate that that trend is slowing down this year—at least so far.

Earth Sciences Sep 5, 2023

Viewpoint: Curbing climate chaos—why nature is the unsung hero in our quest for net zero

The science is clear. There is no pathway to net zero without nature. Nature loss exacerbates the climate crisis and, in turn, a rapidly heating planet poses a grave threat to the species and habitats that are crucial natural ...

Ecology Aug 23, 2023

More marine heat waves could spell disaster for ocean life

Marine heat waves are becoming more frequent under global warming and this is having a significant impact on species' ability to recover.

Plants & Animals Aug 22, 2023

Call to protect whales and dolphins at Indian Ocean hotspot

A remote part of the Indian Ocean is a hotspot for whales and dolphins, prompting researchers to call for a new protected area.

Earth Sciences Aug 16, 2023

The Gulf of Mexico is record hot. Here's what that means for hurricanes, wildlife

Neil Lynch started his Saturday morning like any other: He stopped his car at Belleair Beach, griped about the hourly parking fee and set off on a 5-mile walk.

Ecology Jul 26, 2023

Artificial reefs in seagrass meadows could help protect against climate change

Artificial reefs might help to restore the ocean's ability to fight against climate change.

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