(ANIMAL SCIENCE) According to new research, rising human carbon dioxide emissions could be seriously affecting the brains and central nervous systems of sea fish. These emissions have been predicted to interfere with fishes’ ability to hear, smell, turn, and escape from predators. Read on to learn more about the study. — Global Animal
(SEA CREATURES) You think you have a hard time dating nowadays? Check out the male fiddler crab and what he has to do to attract the ladies. — Global Animal
(ANIMAL SCIENCE) After years of research, Shawn Noren from the Institute of Marine Science at the University of California, Santa Cruz has shared with the world her discoveries on how pregnancy affects female dolphins. To name a few of the prenatal byproducts, mother’s swim speed is nearly cut in half while their frontal surface area grows over 50%. Read on for more on how pregnancy affects soon-to-be dolphin mothers. — Global Animal
(CONSERVATION) Just a few weeks ago, a great white shark was released into the Pacific after 55 days on display at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Sadly just hours later, a tracking device indicated the great white had mysteriously died. While these releases into the ocean are often an accomplishment, scientists are still learning what leads to a successful release and what leads to failure. — Global Animal
(GAY ANIMALS) — Animal reproductive strategies have baffled scientists for generations. From the male bottlenose dolphin to sheep, many species in the animal world exhibit same-sex relationships. With remote operating vehicles, researchers are documenting the mating habits of the male deep sea squid, who not only shows same-sex behavior, but mates with males as often as with females. Read more about what scientists think is the reason behind the sea squid’s “swinging” ways.
(DOLPHIN DISCOVERY) AUSTRALIA — Australian scientists have discovered a new species called Burrunan dolphins. Scientists have long classified the Burrunans as bottlenoses; however, new research has given these scientists enough confidence to classify them as a distinct type of dolphin. Read on to learn more about this exciting discovery. — Global Animal
(ENDANGERED SPECIES) ATLANTIC OCEAN — A signed petition was recently sent to the National Marine Fisheries Service that calls for the protection of four skate species: the thorny skate, barndoor skate, winter skate, and smooth skate. Learn about these fish and the conservation efforts to save the skates. — Global Animal
(FISHING) EAST COAST — Marine biologists and local fisherman have teamed together to make commercial fishing safe for threatened marine animals. Bycatch, a huge issue within the fishing world, has claimed the life of countless sea creatures. To reduce the amount of unintentional casualties, new hooks, nets, and noise technology are being implemented into the fishing industry. Read on fore more good news on the issue.
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