The endless expanse of the ocean’s midnight zone offers plenty of room to stretch out. Here, some animals can grow to great lengths. Siphonophores are gelatinous animals composed of specialized parts... continue reading
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The Ocean Kite Engine (OKE) incorporates regen kite control technology, enabling it to generate electrical power and/or providing propulsion. This dual functionality allows the OKE to not only propel boats... continue reading
posted by newtboy 2 months ago • 184 views • 10:01Biologists in New Zealand have found around 100 new species after exploring a rift some 5 kilometers beneath the sea. The organisms include some that scientists can't even identify, as well as a strange... continue reading
posted by newtboy 2 months ago • 227 views • 2:07Scientists discover a new species lurking in the depths of the southern ocean. This is the Antarctic Strawberry Feather Star. Researchers describe it as a large (8”) creature with 20 arms.
posted by newtboy 8 months 3 weeks ago • 93 views • 37 secsWildfires in Hawaii fanned by strong winds burned structures in areas including the historic town of Lahaina, forcing evacuations and closing schools in several communities. Rescuers pulled a dozen people... continue reading
posted by newtboy 9 months 1 week ago • 112 views • 2:14The Rio Las Vacas in Guatemala is one of the most polluted rivers on earth. This small river is estimated to contribute 2% of the total plastic pollution we dump in the oceans yearly. The Ocean Cleanup... continue reading
posted by newtboy 9 months 1 week ago • 111 views • 52 secsAt 2994 meters on a never-before-surveyed seamount north of Johnston Atoll, the team made a thrilling discovery — the chance to examine an animal spotted for the very first time in the Pacific Ocean!... continue reading
posted by newtboy 1 year 1 month 2 weeks ago • 213 views • 1:46The US Navy has an indoor ocean that can simulate any wave in the world.
posted by eric3579 1 year 5 months 1 week ago • 251 views • 20:25The insane biology of bioluminescence
posted by eric3579 1 year 5 months 2 weeks ago • 143 views • 15:28Scientists Discover Superworm Eats Plastic | Zophobas Morio 243,647 views Jun 26, 2022 Australian scientists have found the Zophobas morio - commonly known as the Superworm - can survive eating only... continue reading
posted by Oxen_Morale 1 year 8 months 4 weeks ago • 195 views • 10:13“Most of us can’t imagine what it will be like when the whole ocean system collapses,” says Colin Angus, CTO and cofounder Open Ocean Robotics, a tech startup that makes autonomous boats. The... continue reading
posted by newtboy 2 years 2 months ago • 295 views • 8:44MBARI sustained our commitment to ocean exploration and discovery in 2021. The year brought more challenges, but exploring our big, blue backyard always inspires awe and wonder—and curiosity about the... continue reading
posted by newtboy 2 years 4 months 3 weeks ago • 378 views • 3:16"... Sharks wouldn’t be known for their fierce teeth today if it weren’t for their ancient scales..."
posted by ant 2 years 8 months 3 weeks ago • 14 views • 3:59Jellyfish have long been the subjects of human fascination since the beginning of sea exploration: with today's ROVs, previously unseen jellies have now been observed. These are five of the most fascinating... continue reading
posted by newtboy 2 years 9 months 2 weeks ago • 353 views • 11:29YouTube description: Check out Otherwords, a new show about language & linguistics! https://youtu.be/d2UccTPnl4w It might surprise you but cephalopods have a pretty good fossil record, with one major... continue reading
posted by Aard Vark (oritteropo) 2 years 10 months ago • 384 views • 8:22YouTube description: We're going fossil hunting for Foraminifera! From beaches, to the ocean floor, to the foundation of the Egyptian pyramids, Forams are everywhere!... continue reading
posted by Aard Vark (oritteropo) 3 years 4 months 2 weeks ago • 11 views • 7:58The Insane Biology of: The Octopus
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