Whale sharks scarred: Study links 80% injuries to human activity in Indonesia Between 2010 and 2023, researchers in Indonesia studied over 200 endangered whale sharks and found that a staggering 80% of their injuries could be directly linked to human activities. These findings shed light on the detrimental impact that human actions are having on […]
University of Exeter study highlights importance of Marine Protected Areas
University of Exeter Study Reveals: Marine Protected Areas Vital for Ocean Animal Conservation Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) have emerged as crucial sanctuaries for large ocean animals, safeguarding them throughout significant stages of their lifecycle. A recent study conducted by the University of Exeter underscores the pivotal role of MPAs in the conservation of marine biodiversity. […]
Brazilian brain coral retains high levels of carbon, research finds
Brazilian Brain Coral Retains High Levels of Carbon, Equivalent to Emissions from Burning 324,000 Litres of Gasoline In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers have found that Brazilian brain coral has the remarkable ability to produce and retain high levels of carbon. The implications of this finding are staggering, as the amount of carbon stored by this […]
Whale urine helps fertilize sea by dispersing nutrients, critical for marine life
Whale Urine: A Vital Component in Fertilizing the Seas Among all of Earth’s massive marine ecosystems, the one creature that elicits both awe and fascination is the whale. These majestic beings not only captivate us with their sheer size and beauty but also play a crucial role in maintaining the delicate balance of the ocean’s […]