Greenland sharks retain functional vision despite extreme longevity

Greenland sharks are the longest-living vertebrate known to science, topping out at more than 400 years old, and scientists have largely believed they were nearly blind. But new research suggests they actually can see, and, remarkably, maintain their vision for more than a century. Read more here.

UK failing on nature goals as oil plans encroach on protected seas

An investigation has found UK oil and gas licences overlap vast areas of protected seas, as the government’s own watchdog warns it is failing to meet nature and climate targets, with drilling plans threatening marine wildlife and conservation goals. Read more here.

Ocean conservation film nominated for charity award

A Bermudian-based film that champions the role of the Sargasso Sea while advocating for its protection has been nominated for a global cause-based award. Read more here.

Vast swathes of Caribbean’s deep sea to be mapped for first time

Vast areas of the Caribbean’s deep waters are to be mapped and studied for the first time as part of a UK-led science expedition that could uncover new species. Read more here.

Zombie Urchins & the Blob: California Sea Otters Face New Threats & Ecosystem Shifts Southern sea otters living along California’s coast are struggling in warmer seas, with new threats and changing food sources.

Southern sea otters living along California’s coast are struggling in warmer seas, with new threats and changing food sources. They, like the other two sea otter subspecies, are classified as endangered. Read more here.