Why what happens on the land is critical to the health of our oceans
What is the significance of these myriad small streams to the surrounding ocean, so important to people’s livelihoods, culture, and well-being in British Columbia?
The long road to recovery: consequences of harassment of Guadalupe fur seals pups
Breeding activity at the second breeding site in the San Benito archipelago inspired hope for the species’ recovery, but researchers were shocked by the disturbing behaviour they observed from immature males, which may jeopardize this progress.
Marie Auger-Méthé & Andrea Reid inducted into RSC’s College
Dr. Marie Auger-Méthé & Dr. Andrea Reid inducted into RSC’s College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists on November 8, 2024
Peter A. Larkin Award applications and nominations open
Deadline for applications or nominations is November 30, 2024
Haunting the seas: the legacy of ghost gear pollution in marine environments
“Ghost gear” is a specific category of anthropogenic marine debris that contributes to the global marine plastics problem. After it becomes disconnected from its intended use, ghost gear can catch non-targeted species – such as fish, whales or other marine mammals – through by-catch or entanglement
Taking seriously the explanations on shrinking fish in a warming world
Given that the temperature increase and fish shrinking trends are not slowing down, the debate around the mechanistic models that explain their causes has become nothing but heated.
Drawing maps of Greater Caribbean manatee habitats in South America; a huge step forward in conservation and rehabilitation
The West Indian manatees that inhabit South America is classified as “Endangered” by the IUCN due to threats like habitat loss, boat collisions, and climate change. Their survival depends on active conservation efforts to protect their habitats and reduce human impacts.
Partnering with Indigenous communities to improve research outcomes
Trust was essential in encouraging the community to discuss their relationships with spaces in Atl’ka7tsem and to use research findings during decision-making.
Global North’s growing appetite for farmed salmon imperils communities’ access to local fish
The growing appetite for expensive farmed salmon can leave coastal communities struggling to access affordable local fish like sardines and anchovies
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