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New 14-Legged, Deep-Sea ‘Supergiant’ Crustacean Named After Major Star Wars Character

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Scientists have recognized a "supergiant" crustacean as a new species that lives in the deep waters off Southeast Asia and named it after infamous Star Wars villain Darth Vader.

Upcoming TV Episode To Feature Endangered Sawfish

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An upcoming episode of "Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Protecting the Wild" series will showcase the world of critically endangered sawfish.

Pillar Coral Reclassified To Endangered

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The US National Marine Fisheries Service has reclassified Pillar Coral as "Endangered."

Caribbean Faces Soft Coral Invasion

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The Caribbean is facing its second invasion from the Indo-Pacific. however its two species of soft corals.

Alarm Bells Ring For Coastal Arctic Infrastructure

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New research has produced a map showing that most coastal Arctic infrastructures face serious instability by 2100.

National Marine Sanctuary Foundation Opposes Undersea Cables Bill

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The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation is opposing a proposed law that would remove permitting requirements for laying undersea cables through national marine sanctuaries.

Los Angeles Wildfires Could Likely Be Affecting Ocean Life

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The wildfires that have devastated parts of Los Angeles, California in the past weeks have resulted in ash and debris being scattered over the ocean surface as far as 160km/100 miles offshore, scientists have found.

5 Effective Ways Scuba Diving Conservation Empowers Divers

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Scuba diving conservation should be at the forefront of every diver's mind. Without it, there will be no reefs and adventures for future generations. So what elements make for excellent scuba diving conservation?

Standard Chartered Joins #BackBlue Ocean Finance Commitment

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International bank Standard Chartered announced today it has joined #BackBlue, an "Ocean Finance Commitment" which aims to ensure a regenerating and sustainable ocean has a seat at the table in finance and insurance decisions.

Cycle Of Coral Bleaching On The Great Barrier Reef Now At ‘Catastrophic’ Levels

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A team of marine scientists from the University of Sydney has published the first peer-reviewed study documenting the devastating coral bleaching events that occurred on the southern Great Barrier Reef in early 2024.

Research Finds A Connection Between Healthy Reefs and Fishing Yields

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A new study has found a strong correlation between the presence of healthy coral reefs and the health of fishing yields.

Saildrone To Map Coastal Waters Off Florida

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The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) has awarded Saildrone a contract to map the state's coastal waters in the Gulf of Mexico.

Hydrothermal Vents Are More Varied Than Previously Thought

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Researchers have discovered that undersea hydrothermal vent styles are more varied than previously thought.

Artificial Lights Increase Reef Nocturnal Predatory Activity

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Researchers have found that artificial lights can increase nocturnal predatory behavior on coral reefs.
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