Marine Biology
9 articles
What are AUVs and why do they matter for deep-sea discovery?
In the Clarion-Clipperton Zone, 24 new deep-sea species were recently discovered, a testament to how rapidly advanced submersibles are unveiling Earth's last great frontier.
What Are Deep-Sea Chemosynthetic Ecosystems and Why Do They Matter?
At temperatures exceeding 100°C, where water should boil, specialized Archaea like Pyrolobus fumarii not only survive but thrive, with an optimal growth temperature of 106°C, according to ScienceDirec
Scientists Discover New Deep-Sea Species in Indian Ocean Expedition
An expedition near Christmas and Cocos islands in the Indian Ocean has just unveiled 149 previously unknown marine species, alongside a 'Shark Tooth Graveyard' holding 1,000 teeth spanning 22 million
Underwater drone discovers resilient coral reef off West Africa
More than 175 feet beneath the waves off the coast of Benin, West Africa, a coral reef once considered dead for six decades has been rediscovered, alive and thriving.
9 Data Visualization Techniques for Deep-Sea Ecosystems
A single deep-sea expedition can generate terabytes of sensor data and imagery, yet much of this rich information remains locked in static 2D charts, hindering critical discoveries about fragile ecosy
Scientists Discover Super Reefs Thriving Amidst Global Coral Bleaching
More than 84% of the world’s reefs have been hit by temperatures hot enough to cause bleaching, according to Nature .
Whale Carcasses Fuel Pacific Seabed Life for 15+ Years, Study Shows
For 15 years, scientists have watched a whale carcass off Vancouver Island slowly shrink, its bones becoming a vibrant, enduring city for thousands of deep-sea organisms at a depth of 1,288 meters.
What are Arctic deep-sea hydrate mounds and why do they matter?
At 3640 meters deep on the Molloy Ridge, newly discovered hydrate mounds are releasing gas bubbles.
Scientists discover multiple new ocean species on deep-sea expeditions
Since last April, the Ocean Census project alone has identified 1,121 previously unknown ocean species, tearing back the veil on a hidden world far beyond our current understanding.