When Restoring Marine Life, Clumping Works Best
Experiments in the Netherlands point to better ways of getting plants to help each other.
Aug 19, 2021 | 750 words, about 3 minutes
Species: Marine Invertebrates
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One Great Shot: A Constellation of Moons
A search for a secret cove leads to an unforgettable jellyfish encounter.
Aug 13, 2021 | 250 words, 1 photo
For Artificial Coral Reefs, Time Is Not Enough
Researchers hoped that, given long enough, artificial coral reefs would grow to match natural reefs. But an examination of a 200-year-old artificial coral reef shows that’s not necessarily the case.
Aug 4, 2021 | 600 words, about 3 minutes
The Haunting Nature of Plastics
A lyrical meditation on our most insidious creation.
Jun 8, 2021 | 5,000 words, about 25 minutes
How a Frenzy for Echinoderms Exposed and Entrenched Inequities in a Fishing Community
In 2011, a covert trade in sea cucumbers exploded on the island nation of Palau, nearly decimating the animal population. Women are still paying the price 10 years later.
May 27, 2021 | 800 words, about 4 minutes
Hitchhiking with Bloodworms
Invasive species are sneaking around the world, nestled in the seaweed used to ship bait worms. An easy solution exists, but the industry is resisting change.
May 18, 2021 | 2,000 words, about 10 minutes
The Bright Side of the Green Crab
In Nova Scotia, a suite of innovative projects has creatively met this invasive species head on.
May 13, 2021 | 2,200 words, about 11 minutes
Making Amends with Makatea
On this French Polynesian island dramatically scarred from mining, locals grapple with whether a new mine will heal or harm the landscape.
May 4, 2021 | 3,100 words, about 15 minutes