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Florida International University scientist Diego Cardeñosa inserts the collected samples from imported fish into the PCR device to identify the fish species. Photo Source:: NOAA Fisheries

NOAA’s New Device Identifies 100+ Fish Species in Hours, Halts 40 Tons of Illegal Seafood

NOAA has successfully tested a new field device that can identify fish species on the spot, helping catch over 40 tons of illegally trafficked seafood during its first trial. The device, which

Govind Tekale

March 13, 2025

Close up of three southern resident Killer whale.Photo Source: WFF

Conservation·Marine Life

Canada’s Endangered Killer Whales Face 24% Extinction Risk Amid Government Inaction

The Canadian government has declined to issue an emergency order to protect Southern Resident killer whales, despite acknowledging these endangered marine mammals face “imminent threats” to their survival. This decision, announced in

Govind Tekale

March 9, 2025

Juvenile CCC Coho salmon collected during monitoring.Photo Source:CDFW

Conservation·Marine Life

Over 15,000 Endangered Coho Salmon Return to Mendocino Rivers in Record-Breaking Comeback

For the first time in 16 years of monitoring, endangered Central California Coast coho salmon have returned to Mendocino Coast rivers in record numbers. Over 15,000 adult coho salmon came back to

Govind Tekale

March 6, 2025

Climate·News·Ocean·Science

1 Trillion Ton Iceberg A23a Grinds to a Halt Near South Georgia: Scientists Warn of Ecosystem Shifts, Fisheries, Penguins at Risk

The colossal Antarctic iceberg A23a, measuring 4,000 km² (twice the size of Greater London) and weighing nearly 1 trillion tonnes, has run aground approximately 90 km from South Georgia Island. This development

Rahul Somvanshi

March 5, 2025

Representative image. A guppy swimming in freshwater. Photo Source: Animalia.

Marine Life

24% of Global Freshwater Species at Risk; Western Ghats a Hotspot

Humans have created so many problems for the environment- especially the climate. Many creatures living in fresh water are in danger now due to climate change caused by human activities. A survey

Rahul Somvanshi

March 5, 2025

Representative Image. The holotype, or specimen upon which a new species description is based, for Orchistoma integrale. Photo Source: Ryoya Sugimoto (NOAA Fisheries)

Discovery·Marine Life

Japanese Student’s Discovery: New Jellyfish Species Challenges Marine Biology Norms

A Japanese student’s childhood fascination with jellyfish has led to the discovery of a new species now known as the “integral jellyfish.” Officially named Orchistoma integrale, this marine creature was found in

Govind Tekale

March 4, 2025

India·Marine Life

Odisha’s Shores Host 682,000 Olive Ridley Turtles in Record Nesting

Odisha’s coastline is buzzing with activity as nearly 6.82 lakh Olive Ridley turtles have arrived for their annual mass nesting event. The beaches between Podampeta and Bateshwar have transformed into prime real

Rahul Somvanshi

March 1, 2025

Representative Image. Smalltail Shark. Photo Source: SEFSC Pascagoula Laboratory; Collection of Brandi Noble, NOAA/NMFS/SEFSC.

Conservation·Marine Life

Smalltail Shark Population Plummets 80% Amid U.S. Protection Delays and Legal Action

The Center for Biological Diversity has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration for failing to decide whether to protect smalltail sharks under the Endangered Species Act. These sharks, which inhabit the

Rahul Somvanshi

March 1, 2025

Representative Image: Flag of the United States of America waving against a clear blue sky. Photo Source: Jnn13 (CC BY-SA 3.0)

News·Travel

U.S. Embassy Warns Spring Breakers: 115 American Deaths in Mexico in Early 2022

Recent warnings from the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Mexico urge Americans to exercise increased caution during spring break travel, especially in popular destinations like Cancun, Playa del Carmen, and Tulum. “Crime,

Tejal Somvanshi

February 27, 2025

Open ocean with a barge carrying construction equipment. Photo Source: Stevens Towing

Conservation·Marine Life

Oyster Reef Restoration Yields $1.70 per $1 Invested, Creating Jobs and Boosting Economies

Recent studies show oyster restoration projects are delivering substantial benefits for coastal economies and marine ecosystems. For every dollar invested in oyster reef restoration, states receive $1.70 in economic and environmental returns,

Govind Tekale

February 27, 2025