Tooth size in South American sea lions reflects historical shifts in population abundance
A new study published in PeerJ reveals that the teeth of South American sea lions (Otaria byronia) hold valuable clues about ...
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Scientists witnessed a ‘Humpback Palooza’ in the Arctic. Local hunters worry about what that could mean for subsistence.
In recent years, researchers have documented salmon surviving in North Slope rivers, bowhead whales expanding their foraging ...
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Unprecedented number of sick, stranded sea lions being found on Los Angeles beaches
An unusually high number of disoriented marine mammals, sickened by a toxic algae bloom, is being found along Southern California’s coast, prompting concerns 2025 could be the deadliest year yet.
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Alaska hunters, researchers say whales and fish are changing their migration patterns in the warming climate
Fishermen, hunters and researchers gathered at the Alaska Marine Science Symposium in Anchorage in January to discuss how ...
New book champions centuries-old vision for future of marine conservation
"People who grow up on islands think differently than people who grow up on continents." So begins a parable featured in ...
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A Laidback Island Off The Coast Of South Carolina Is A Quiet Escape With Nature Walks And Beach Fun
Private islands are usually difficult to access unless you've got a rich friend, but this pristine oasis is open to visitors ...
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As the climate warms, this pink bird is moving north into the Hilton Head area
The Roseate Spoonbill used to be a rare visitor in South Carolina. But as it’s population rebounds and the climate warms, it ...
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Protecting ocean ecosystems with science, data and technology
Marine protected areas (MPAs) and other conservation measures are increasingly being used by governments to protect fish ...
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The Gorgeous Waterfront Town In North Carolina That You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
Beaufort (pronounced “BOW-furt,” not to be confused with South Carolina’s “BYEW-furt”) is exactly that kind of revelation.
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The Gorgeous Waterfront Town In North Carolina That’s Perfect For Spring Break Getaways
Cape Lookout National Seashore, with its iconic diamond-patterned lighthouse, offers 56 miles of undeveloped shoreline. The ...
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The Most Picture-Perfect Small Towns in America
Bar Harbor, Maine Nestled on the shores of Mount Desert Island, Bar Harbor is a gem of the East Coast. Known for its stunning ...
Social Security says higher payments are on the way for millions of former public workers
Most people will receive their one-time retroactive payment by the end of March, and new monthly payments will begin in April ...