The world's largest omnivore is a fish
Marine scientists have discovered that whale sharks eat plants, making the iconic fish the world's largest omnivore.
Plants & Animals
Jul 25, 2022
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News tagged with ocean acidity
Climate change could lead to a dramatic temperature-linked decrease in essential omega-3 fatty acids
The effects of global climate change already are resulting in the loss of sea ice, accelerated sea level rise, and longer and more intense heat waves, among other threats.
Biochemistry
Jun 23, 2022
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Hope for tropical sponge survival as oceans become more acidic
New research from Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington shows that tropical ocean-dwelling sponges may have a good chance of survival even as Earth's oceans are impacted by climate change.
Plants & Animals
Jun 08, 2022
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Diatoms are under threat of decline due to ocean acidification, study shows
While calcifying organisms like oysters and corals have difficulty forming their shells and skeletons in more acidic seawater, diatoms have been considered less susceptible to the effects of ocean acidification—a chemical ...
Environment
May 25, 2022
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Fossil snail shells offer new tool for analyzing ancient ocean chemistry
A collection of fossil shells from marine snails and clams is challenging a theory that says the world's deadliest mass extinction was accompanied by severe ocean acidification.
Earth Sciences
Jan 26, 2022
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'Forever chemicals' latch onto sea spray to become airborne
When ocean waves break, microscopic particles break free into the air. For beachgoers, aerosolized sea salts contribute to the tousled "beach hair" look. But other compounds found in seawater, including perfluoroalkyl substances ...
Environment
Dec 15, 2021
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Ocean acidity data affirms predictions of changes to El Nino conditions
Score one for a key climate change prediction.
Earth Sciences
Oct 20, 2021
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Lava flowing into sea creates delta, expands Spanish island
The surface of Spain's La Palma island is continuing to expand as lava from a volcanic eruption flows into the Atlantic Ocean and solidifies when it hits the water, European Union scientists said Thursday.
Environment
Sep 30, 2021
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Atmospheric acidity impacts oceanic ecology
Increased acidity in the atmosphere is disrupting the ecological balance of the oceans, according to new research led by the University of East Anglia (UEA).
Earth Sciences
Jul 07, 2021
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Ocean heatwave has triggered new toxic algal blooms on the US west coast
Fishermen, swimmers and seafood enthusiasts may already know the dangers of "red tides," but a recent study in Frontiers in Climate shows that climate change is increasing the frequency of one type of highly toxic algal bloom ...
Environment
Dec 14, 2020
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