Show Me the Money Fish
Aquaculture innovation is driven by a desire for profit, sustainability, and a delicious meal. Can the right marine fish satisfy all three?
Aug 24, 2020 | 5,500 words, about 27 minutes
Geographic Region: Oceania
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For Fish, Finding Bread Crumbs Means Losing Their Way
New research from the Cook Islands suggests baiting at snorkeling sites changes fish behavior and disrupts reef ecosystems.
Aug 21, 2020 | 500 words, about 2 minutes
This Limpet May Be Evolving to Avoid Humans
Across the Hawaiian archipelago, ‘opihi appear to be growing flatter and darker to evade our grasp.
Aug 20, 2020 | 550 words, about 2 minutes
One Great Shot: Dirty No More
With the help of a cleaner wrasse, a puffer fish gets squeaky clean.
Aug 14, 2020 | 150 words, 1 photo
Reef Manta Reaches New Record-Breaking Depth
Scientists aren’t sure why reef mantas are taking adventures into the deep.
Jul 22, 2020 | 400 words, about 2 minutes
Hiding in Plain Light
A natural phenomenon of light and waves helps prey fish use stealth when running from predators.
Jun 30, 2020 | 2 min
One Great Shot: The Power of Pele
Lava spills into the sea and a new coastline is born in Hawai‘i.
Mar 13, 2020 | 250 words, 1 photo
Did Restricting Fishers’ Lines Hurt Their Bottom Line?
Depends on who you ask.
Mar 12, 2020 | 750 words, about 3 minutes