Fanni Szakal
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Fanni Szakal’s Contributions:
How Did Millions of Dead Crabs Wind Up in the Abyss?
The unexpected discovery of a mass grave of red crabs 4,000 meters below the ocean’s surface is puzzling scientists—and raising questions about the ecology of the deep sea.
Feb 9, 2023 | 700 words, about 3 minutes
Magnetic Microbes Are Thriving in the Mariana Trench
Closely studying these magnetic foraminifera could lead to new insights about the evolution of magnetic life.
Jun 9, 2022 | 550 words, about 2 minutes
How Dead Whales Seem to Connect Deep-Sea Life
By sinking a dead whale to the bottom of the ocean and studying what comes to visit, scientists are learning more about how deep-sea ecosystems are related.
Jan 3, 2022 | 800 words, about 4 minutes
Guiana Dolphins Are Unintended Victims of Venezuela’s Economic Crisis
With sky-high inflation rates and crumbling social support, impoverished Venezuelans are increasingly targeting the struggling species.
Aug 6, 2021 | 900 words, about 4 minutes