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Coral Scientist Wilfredo “Al” Licuanan Named June Sea Hero

Having only learned to swim after being admitted to a marine science program, our June Sea Hero has since dedicated his life to coral reefs and their preservation.

Rescued Endangered Sawfish in Florida Keys Dies in Captivity

On April 5, 2024, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium responded to rescue a distressed smalltooth sawfish after someone called the sawfish

Why You Shouldn’t Feed Lionfish to Sharks

Spearing lionfish and feeding them to non-native predators has long been touted as a conservation-friendly solution to the invasive lionfish problem, but it can have serious consequences for divers

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Deadly Coral Disease Spreads Through Sand, Study Finds

Ocean sand can transmit stony coral tissue loss disease, which has killed millions of coral colonies in Florida and the Caribbean since 2014.

Win a Dive Trip with Aggressor Adventures and Georgia Aquarium

Aggressor Adventures and the Georgia Aquarium have teamed up to launch the Ocean Science Leadership Program to attract young marine professionals.

Restoring Order to the Shark Populations of Cocos Island

A fishing ban led to a recent resurgence of tiger sharks off Costa Rica’s Cocos Island. But experts say it will take more to restore harmony among the area’s apex predators.

Pristine Coral Reef Untouched by Bleaching Discovered in Tahiti

A pristine reef unaffected by coral bleaching has been discovered in Tahiti more than 100 feet deep by a team of divers mapping the ocean floor for UNESCO.

World’s Largest Colony of Fish Nests Found Under Polar Ice

Millions of icefish nests were discovered more than 1,600 feet below the ice in Antarctica’s Weddell Sea.

How Accessible Are Marine Biology Careers for Disabled People?

You do not need to be able to scuba dive for a career in marine biology, but there are ways for the field to improve inclusivity.

Massive "Sea Dragon" Fossil Discovered in the UK

The ichthyosaur, excavated throughout August and September 2021, is the largest and most complete specimen ever discovered in the U.K.