Marine engineers: Five species that shape underwater ecosystems
Among the myriad creatures that populate our ocean, some stand out as having an outsized impact on the marine environment—shaping and maintaining habitats that themselves sustain countless other forms ...
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The “Blue Belt” of English waters is now Marine Conservation Zones
The designation of 50 Marine Conservation Zones to date is a strong step forward ... Nature Conservation Committee (JNCC) provided the environmental advice and evidence that underpins these ...
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The origins of ocean 'dead zones'
While the sources of nutrient enrichment today may be different, the mechanics that created what scientists call “oxygen-deficient zones” remain the same, according to Boston College Assistant ...
Sunscreen's potential impact on marine life needs urgent investigation
The chemicals found in sunscreens are becoming an increasing presence in our ocean. But there are still significant gaps in ...
What is the ocean's 'twilight zone' and how are elephant seals helping to monitor it?
Elephant seals are being used as nature's artificial intelligence to monitor the health of the oceans -- especially the ...
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South Georgia ensures environmental protection for its maritime zone until 2028
In a significant step towards supporting marine conservation efforts in the ... in the South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands Maritime Zone. On 15 December 2023, Alison Blake CMG, Commissioner ...