17 articles tagged with "marine biology"
Recent genome sequencing has provided critical insights into the evolutionary history of squid and cuttlefish, highlighting their resilience and adaptation following Earth's largest extinction event.
Biologging data indicates that great hammerhead sharks maintain consistent hunting efficiency across a broad spectrum of ocean temperatures, unlike many other predators.
A recent project has identified 24 new species of deep-sea crustaceans, contributing to a broader initiative aimed at cataloging 1,000 unknown marine species by 2030.
Recent research highlights how seals utilize their sensitive whiskers to detect underwater trails, providing potential advancements for robotic sensing technologies.
Recent footage reveals a significant behavioral finding in sperm whales, showcasing birth assistance, a phenomenon previously recorded only in primates.
New research from Curtin University sheds light on the formation of exceptionally preserved sea reptile fossils in oxygen-free marine environments, with implications for paleontological methodologies.
A new mathematical model developed by researchers at the Leibniz Center for Tropical Marine Research provides insights into coral recruitment patterns, crucial for understanding reef recovery amid climate disturbances.
Recent findings from the University of St Andrews provide the first filmed evidence of sperm whales engaging in headbutting, aligning with historical mariner observations.
A recent study published in Science of The Total Environment identifies marine phytoplankton as the primary source of particulate thiols in the western North Pacific.
A six-year study in Fiji has revealed that bull sharks exhibit social behaviors, forming bonds with preferred companions, which may impact marine ecosystem dynamics.
A recent study underscores the distinctiveness of sponge species in the Indo-Pacific, revealing significant gaps in current knowledge about their diversity and distribution.
Research from Fiji indicates that bull sharks form specific social relationships, challenging the notion of their solitary behavior.
Recent research indicates that humpback whales adjust their song pitch in response to neighboring singers, shedding light on the intricacies of marine communication systems.
Stanford researchers achieve a significant breakthrough by recording the heart rate of a blue whale, enhancing our understanding of marine mammal physiology.
The coral reef in Moorea, French Polynesia, has not shown significant recovery since a severe bleaching event in April 2019, impacting both coral and beneficial algae.
Recent research indicates that narrow-ridged finless porpoises exhibit more intricate social behaviors than previously recognized, suggesting a need for reevaluation of their social dynamics.
A recent study from Cornwall underscores the effectiveness of low-cost environmental DNA (eDNA) tests for monitoring marine wildlife, offering a significant shift in biodiversity assessment methods.