Single-cell microbe helps coral survive climate change

Earlier this year, researchers from the University of Miami Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science and the Institute of Evolutionary Biology in Barcelona discovered a single-celled microbe that can help corals survive ocean-warming events such as bleaching. Read more here.

Rare whale sightings spark conservation concerns along coastlines

Reports from various locations like California and New Zealand highlight intriguing discoveries and unfortunate incidents involving whales, shedding light on their elusive behavior and the threats they face. Read more here.

Rescue efforts underway to save dolphins stranded on Tasmanian beach near Devonport

Six short-beaked common dolphins were found stranded at Hawley Beach, east of Devonport, around 9:30am on Tuesday. Read more here.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s Manatee Care Facility officially opens

This advanced facility is designed to address the increasing number of manatees needing care, providing assistance to those that are sick, injured, or orphaned due to factors like habitat loss, boat strikes, ingestion of foreign objects, entanglements, and cold stress syndrome. Read more here.

Greek shipping company changes course to protect endangered whales in the Eastern Mediterranean

The esteemed Greek-owned shipping company, ARCADIA SHIPMANAGEMENT, has taken a proactive step in conservation. They have revamped their internal operations to reroute their ships, playing a vital role in safeguarding the endangered sperm whale population in the eastern Mediterranean. Read more here.