First study of Cyprus’ ocean depths reveals undocumented species

An international team from the Marine and Environmental Research (MER) Lab has carried out the first explorations of depths between 50 to 200 metres below sea level across 32 sites spanning the Akrotiri and Dhekelia regions of Cyprus. Read more here.

Mangrove recovery can’t outspace ocean warming

After decades of heavy losses, the destruction of coastal mangrove forests has slowed as their importance is recognised. But according to a new study a shock awaits in the future, because the oceans are warming too fast for that mangrove recovery process to keep up. Read more here.

Ocean warming projected to stall expected mangrove recovery

Increasing ocean temperatures will erase mangrove restoration gains expected to occur due to economic development and conservation, according to a new study from researchers at UC San Diego’s Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Read more here.

Dead whale washes ashore near Heybridge in Tasmania

A juvenile humpback whale has washed ashore near Blythe Heads at Heybridge in Tasmania’s north-west, with authorities indicating it may be left to rot naturally as the southward migration season begins. Read more here.

How well do marine protected areas help fish populations?

The Mediterranean Sea is facing increasing pressure from overfishing, habitat destruction, and climate change, leading to declines in fish populations and disruption of marine ecosystems. Read more here.