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science1 month ago•4 min saved

Bottle reflectors on nets could help dolphins dodge fishing gear

Two studies tested attaching glass or plastic bottles to gillnets to boost dolphins’ ability to detect nets via echolocation. Results varied by region: in Peru and Zanzibar the bottles had mixed or limited effects (Peru saw more fish but no clear dolphin reduction; Zanzibar saw more tuna with no dolphin data to conclude), while in Brazil, bottom-set nets with bottle reflectors reduced dolphin bycatch by about 88% without harming target fish. The authors suggest the approach is low-cost and scalable, warranting further trials elsewhere to confirm effectiveness.

via BBC Wildlife Magazine|

#dolphin-bycatch #fisheries-research #gillnets

science1 month ago•21 min saved

Rediscovered Deep-Water Reef Off Benin Surprises Scientists with Rich Biodiversity

Scientists rediscovered a healthy mesophotic reef off Benin, West Africa, more than 60 years after it was first hinted at, hosting at least eight coral types and eight fish species (including soft corals and black corals). The reef lies about 175 feet below the surface and bridges shallow and deep habitats, offering opportunities for paleoclimatic study and carbon dating, with plans to seek protection and hopes that the Gulf of Guinea becomes a regional hub for marine science.

via Slashdot|

#benin #coral-reef #marine-conservation

science2 months ago•35 min saved

Mapped Resilience: 64,000 Square Miles of Coral Reefs May Weather the Climate Crisis

A new study maps coral reefs and identifies about 64,000 square miles that appear capable of withstanding warming oceans, highlighting priority areas for targeted conservation and restoration to protect biodiversity and livelihoods as climate change progresses.

via Yahoo|

#biodiversity #climate-change #coral-reefs

environment4 months ago•6 min saved

Heat-Budget Hazards: Oceans Push Great White Sharks Toward Overheating

As the ocean warms, mesothermic predators like great white sharks and certain tuna must burn more energy to stay warm, forcing them to relocate to cooler waters and cope with dwindling prey; sensor data show that a one-ton warm-bodied shark may struggle to stay in water above about 62.6°F (17°C), highlighting overheating risk alongside ongoing threats from overfishing and bycatch.

via Inside Climate News|

#bycatch #environment #great-white-shark

environment7 months ago•4 min saved

Global Coral Reefs Face Potential Collapse in 2026

Coral reefs, vital to marine biodiversity, are nearing a potential catastrophic collapse due to increasing ocean heatwaves, especially around 2026, driven by climate change and El Niño cycles. While some reefs show resilience, many are at risk of irreversible damage, emphasizing the need for urgent global action to reduce emissions and local stressors to preserve these ecosystems.

via ScienceAlert|

#bleaching #climate-change #coral-reefs

science7 months ago•3 min saved

Scientists Discover 'Yellow Brick Road' at Ocean's Depths

Scientists exploring the deep-sea ridge near Hawaii discovered a mysterious 'yellow brick road' formed by fractured volcanic rock, highlighting the vast unexplored areas of Earth's seafloor and offering new insights into underwater geology and ecosystems.

via ScienceAlert|

#deep-sea-exploration #marine-conservation #ocean-discovery

science7 months ago•3 min saved

Scientists Discover 'Yellow Brick Road' at Ocean's Depth

Scientists exploring the deep-sea ridge near Hawaii discovered a mysterious 'yellow brick road' made of fractured volcanic rock, highlighting the vast unexplored areas of Earth's ocean floor, with only about 0.001% of it visually documented so far.

via Yahoo|

#deep-sea-exploration #marine-conservation #ocean-discovery

science8 months ago•3 min saved

NASA Scientists Discover Tiny Red Creature Supporting Whale Life

NASA's Aqua satellite has successfully detected dense patches of the tiny red plankton Calanus finmarchicus off the New England coast, a crucial food source for the endangered North Atlantic right whale, using innovative remote sensing techniques. This breakthrough allows for better monitoring of marine ecosystems and could help protect whales by predicting their movements and reducing human-related threats.

via Indian Defence Review|

#calanus-finmarchicus #marine-conservation #nasa

science8 months ago•3 min saved

NASA Scientists Discover Tiny Red Creature Vital for Whale Survival

via Indian Defence Review|

#calanus-finmarchicus #marine-conservation #nasa

science8 months ago•5 min saved

The Earth's Only Shoreless Sea

The Sargasso Sea, unique for having no land boundaries and characterized by floating Sargassum seaweed mats, plays a crucial role in marine ecosystems and Earth's climate regulation, but faces threats from pollution and climate change that require international conservation efforts.

via Earth.com|

#climate-change #marine-biodiversity #marine-conservation

science9 months ago•4 min saved

Prehistoric Fish Thought Extinct Reappears Alive on Camera

Deep technical divers in Indonesia captured the first-ever live footage of a Sulawesi coelacanth in its natural habitat, confirming its survival and extending its known range, highlighting the species' rarity and the need for conservation efforts.

via The Daily Galaxy|

#coelacanth #deep-sea-discovery #indonesia

environment9 months ago•3 min saved

Giant Frilly-Mouthed Jellyfish Spotted Along British Coastline

Sightings of giant jellyfish, particularly the barrel jellyfish, have surged around the UK coast this year, likely due to rising sea temperatures and changing currents, with ecological shifts also affecting other marine species; meanwhile, sightings of the Portuguese man o’ war have decreased significantly.

via The Times|

#british-coastline #climate-change #environment

science10 months ago•3 min saved

Underwater Exploration Reveals Massive Icefish Nests Beneath Antarctic Ice

Researchers exploring Antarctica's Weddell Sea during the search for Shackleton's ship discovered over 1,000 organized fish nests of yellowfin notie, revealing a unique and vulnerable ecosystem that highlights the importance of marine conservation and the resilience of life in extreme environments.

via Gizmodo|

#antarctica #endurance-expedition #fish-nests

science11 months ago•4 min saved

Scientists Find Massive Skate Ray Nursery on Underwater Volcano Near Vancouver

Scientists discovered a thriving marine ecosystem and a massive nursery of giant skate ray eggs near an active underwater volcano off Vancouver Island, highlighting the resilience of deep-sea life and emphasizing the importance of conserving these fragile environments amid environmental threats.

via Energy Reporters|

#deep-sea-ecosystem #hydrothermal-vents #marine-conservation

world11 months ago•4 min saved

China's Controversial Nature Reserve in Disputed South China Sea

China has established a nature reserve at Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea, a move that intensifies territorial disputes with the Philippines, which protests the action as illegal. The reserve aims to protect the reef ecosystem but is viewed by critics as a strategic move to reinforce China's claims over the contested waters, amid ongoing tensions and environmental concerns.

via CNN|

#china #marine-conservation #scarborough-shoal