Good news for Florida: a new law seeks to protect threatened marine species
Florida is advancing legislation known as the MANTA Protection Act, aimed at enhancing protections for threatened marine species amid conservation debates.
Researchers make rare recording of a shark species in the waters of Antarctica
Scientists recorded a rare sighting of a sleeper shark in the Antarctic, suggesting a broader distribution of shark species in that region.
New species of octopus discovered in the Pacific that would only be found in a South American country
Scientists from the Universidad Andrés Bello in Chile have discovered a new species of octopus in the southeastern Pacific Ocean.
95 hatchlings of the world's largest turtle born on the beaches of Manabí
Ninety-five hatchlings of the world's largest and most endangered turtle species have successfully emerged on the beaches of Manabí, Ecuador.
Most fish species are in poor condition
Most fish species in both inland waters and coastal seas are in poor condition due to excessive fishing pressure.
Body of Sperm Whale Found on Israel's Coast... Buried There
A rare and endangered sperm whale was recently found dead on Israel's Zikim Beach, highlighting the species' vulnerability and rarity in the area.
The 21 Million Year Old Manatee That Already Changed the Ocean Like Current Species
Researchers have identified an extinct manatee species named Salwasiren qatarensis, discovered from fossil remains in Qatar, which significantly influenced its marine ecosystem 21 million years ago.
Ancient salamander-crocodile predator revealed by new WA fossil research
New research on ancient fossils in Western Australia reveals the existence of two distinct species of marine temnospondyl predators, challenging previous assumptions of a single species.
Unprecedented Cold: Rare 'Sleeper Shark' Swimming in the Depths Around Antarctica
A rare 'sleeper shark' has been filmed swimming in the icy depths near Antarctica, marking the first confirmed sighting of such a species in these frigid waters.
They look like miniature spaceships. Scientists just discovered them
Researchers have documented 15 species of comb jellies, six of which have never been observed in Colombian waters before.
Parana researcher is a finalist for the 'Oscar of conservation' for a project that protects marine fauna in partnership with traditional communities
Brazilian marine biologist Camila Domit is a finalist for the Whitley Awards 2026 for her conservation work with endangered dolphin species.
Licence for antibiotic use in Tasmanian salmon may be suspended
The Australian federal agency is proposing to suspend the use of the antibiotic florfenicol in Tasmanian salmon farming following its detection in native species nearby.
Salmon farm antibiotics found in native species
Antibiotics used in Tasmanian salmon farming have been found in local marine species, raising concerns about ecological impacts, although public health assessments deem the levels safe for human consumption.
At risk of extinction, rare fish of 1.20 m is recorded on the coast of Alagoas; VIDEO
A critically endangered fish species, the Epinephelus itajara, was observed during a scientific dive in Coruripe, Alagoas, Brazil.
Star-flower and sea pig: unknown beings found 4,000 meters in the ocean
Researchers discovered a vast array of unknown marine species at depths of 4,000 meters in the Pacific Ocean during a 160-day international expedition.
A common rorqual of nine meters is found dead in the waters of Valencia
A nine-meter common rorqual has been found dead in Valencia, marking the second-largest whale species in the world.
Salmon farming still poses 'catastrophic' risk to endangered ray
A recent report indicates that Maugean skate, an endangered species, faces severe threats from salmon farming despite uncertain population estimates and research methods.
VIDEO: the largest species of ray in the world is seen in an untouched island in SC during a dive; the animal can reach 7 meters and weigh 1.8 tons
A giant manta ray, measuring up to 7 meters and weighing 1.8 tons, was spotted in the Moleques do Sul archipelago off the coast of Florianópolis, Brazil.
A ten-meter jellyfish discovered in South American waters, its size is equivalent to a school bus
A giant jellyfish, measuring up to ten meters long, was recently sighted in Argentine waters, one of the few observations of this species in over a century.
How a centuries-old technique is helping save a dying seagrass species
Marine biologists are collaborating with boat owners in Sydney Harbour to use innovative mooring techniques to preserve the endangered seagrass species Posidonia australis.
Tiger Shark in the Southeast: what are the risks of the aggressive shark species monitored for the first time in Rio
Scientists are monitoring the presence of tiger sharks in Brazil's Southeast for the first time, raising concerns about potential risks associated with the species.
Do You Know the 'Korean Gray Whale'?
The article discusses the near extinction of the Korean Gray Whale, a species with deep historical ties to Korea, and highlights the lack of concern among Koreans about its endangered status despite the strong national sentiment regarding its naming.
Anmok in Gangneung Harbor was a Southern Right Whale Dolphin... First Discovery in the East Sea
A dolphin spotted in Gangneung Harbor has been confirmed as the endangered Southern Right Whale Dolphin, marking the first sighting of this species outside of Jeju waters.
Mandatory camera monitoring for trawlers working Great Barrier Reef Marine Park
Cameras will become mandatory on 90 percent of Queensland trawlers to monitor bycatch of endangered species in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.
Shark filmed swimming in deep Antarctic waters for first time
An unknown species of sleeper shark has been filmed for the first time in the Southern Ocean by Australian researchers.
Rats are a “ticking time bomb” against the ecosystems of the coasts of Peru
Rats are threatening marine ecosystems in Peru, prompting experts and environmental organizations to implement eradication projects to protect endangered species.
See.. Scientists document a mysterious jellyfish the length of a school bus
A team of researchers discovered a giant jellyfish species during a deep-sea expedition off the Argentine coast, highlighting the biodiversity of these marine environments.
Comprehensive Atlas of All Danish Saltwater Fish Completed
A complete mapping of all Danish saltwater fish has been achieved after 16 years of work, providing a baseline for assessing environmental changes in marine ecosystems.
An exceptionally cold winter also affects aquatic species
An unusually cold winter is impacting various aquatic species in the Baltic Sea, although summer blooms of blue-green algae are still expected due to nutrient conditions.
The gigantic 'ghost jellyfish' that inhabits the depths of the Argentine Sea: 'A rare species that is observed very few times in the world'
Scientists discovered a rare ghost jellyfish, nearly 11 meters long, in the depths of the Argentine Sea, leading to astonishment among researchers.
Ghost Medusa: the secrets of the giant of the depths that was filmed for the first time
Argentinian scientists captured live footage of the elusive Stygiomedusa gigantea during an expedition exploring extreme ocean ecosystems, marking the first time this species has been filmed.
Researchers Film Rare Jellyfish the Size of a School Bus
Scientists have filmed a rare phantom jellyfish off the coast of Argentina, measuring the size of a school bus with tentacles extending up to ten meters long.
That’s a wrasse! Rare fish spotted for first time since 2009 in kelp forest in Western Australia
Marine biologist Océane Attlan spotted the rare Braun’s wrasse fish for the first time since 2009 in a Western Australia kelp forest.
An audition test reveals that the rarest turtle in the world is sensitive to boat noises
A study has found that the Kemp's ridley turtle is sensitive to industrial and boat noise, highlighting the threats to this endangered species.
Norwegian Marine Research Institute: Fish Stocks Halved in Ten Years
According to the Norwegian Marine Research Institute, fish stocks in Norway's maritime areas have halved over the past decade, with a significant decline in all 46 fish species in the North Sea, Norwegian Sea, and Barents Sea.
A Sea Without Tour Boats and Fishing Hooks: Just a Dream? The Troubled Life of Southern Bottlenose Dolphins
Research reveals that the critical habitat of the endangered southern bottlenose dolphin in Jeju is poorly managed, threatening their survival due to fishing activities.
Giant ghost jellyfish recorded in coral reef on the seabed of Argentina; see IMAGE
Researchers on a scientific expedition in the seabed of Argentina captured a rare sighting of a giant ghost jellyfish, a deep-sea species that can reach sizes comparable to a school bus, in a cold-water coral reef area of the South Atlantic.
The eel: controversy and threats
The ongoing debate over the consumption of the critically endangered European eel and its larvae, known as angulas, has revealed underlying issues in commercial practices and consumer attitudes.
A seal shark is found stranded on a beach in Asturias
A 1.45-meter-long, 18-kilogram seal shark was found stranded on Luarca beach in Asturias, likely disoriented after escaping from a hook that weakened it.
The catastrophe that changed everything: when the oceans had to die for us to exist
445 million years ago, a mass extinction wiped out 85% of marine species, which was crucial for the rise of jawed vertebrates, our distant ancestors.
15 calves have been added. It is more than last year, but black whales are still threatened with extinction
The population of black whales has seen an increase in calves this season, yet scientists warn that the species remains threatened with extinction.