Researchers explain how rising temperatures, climate change could affect sea life

2023 was the hottest year ever recorded. Researchers are looking into how the changing climate could affect creatures below the surface. They start by using something called the Climate Vulnerability Index. Read more here.

Ministry promotes marine biopharmaceuticals for health sector

The ministry’s Director General of Marine and Ocean Space Management Victor Gustaaf Manoppo stated that this initiative aims to enhance national pharmaceutical resilience while empowering coastal communities involved in the supply chain of natural medicinal ingredients. Read more here.

Los Angeles wildfire spell trouble for California ocean health

Scientists warn that ash, debris, and chemical runoff from the scorched landscape could flow into rivers and storm drains, eventually reaching the Pacific Ocean. Read more here.

Rare footage of lost anglerfish awes interest, raising questions about ocean conservation

Because anglerfish need to stay in deep waters to survive (nearly 5,000 feet or 1,500 meters), it is rare for them to reach the surface unless they are sick. Indeed the anglerfish, famous for its razor sharp teeth and bioluminescent lure used to snag prey, died only a few hours after the scientists spotted it. Read more here.

Taipei Zoo repurposes abandoned buoys as animal toys

All of the buoys were recovered from local beaches by the Taiwan Cetacean Society and the Ocean Conservation Administration. After cleaning and making modifications to remove sharp edges by volunteers, each has been determined safe for use by zoo animals, per press release. Read more here.