Sliver of cool surface water helps the ocean absorb more carbon
Subtle temperature differences at the ocean surface allow more carbon dioxide (CO₂) to be absorbed, new research shows. Scientists have...
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Artificial nests boost penguin breeding success, but there’s no one-size-fits-all design
Artificial nests can boost the breeding success of endangered African penguins – but different designs are more effective at different...
Universities of Exeter and Khorfakkan sign new agreement to increase marine biology research and education
The University of Exeter has signed a significant new agreement with the University of Khorfakkan, designed to increase research and...
Threatened Pink Sea Fan coral breeds in UK aquarium for first time
A threatened species of UK coral has been bred for the first time in a UK aquarium, at the Horniman...
Oyster reefs once thrived along Europe’s coasts – now they’re gone
Oysters once formed extensive reefs along much of Europe's coastline – but these complex ecosystems were destroyed over a century...
Falmouth to host first UK Bluefin Tuna Championship
The inaugural UK Bluefin Tuna Championship will be held in Falmouth this weekend (September 28 & 29). The event is...
‘Invisible forest’ of algae thrives as ocean warms
An “invisible forest” of phytoplankton is thriving in part of our warming ocean, new research shows. Phytoplankton are tiny drifting...
Leading scientists redefine ‘sustainability’ to save the ocean and feed a hungry and warming planet
Top ocean experts have published a report that redefines the concept of “sustainable fishing” and proposes 11 “golden rules” that...
Antarctic krill can lock away similar levels of carbon as seagrass and mangroves
Small marine crustaceans are as valuable as key coastal habitats for storing carbon and should be similarly protected, according to...