New Application for Acoustics Helps Estimate Marine Life Populations
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 16 January 2018
Using hydroacoustics, researchers found fish abundance in Mexico’s Cabo Pulmo National Park was 4× higher than outside. This cost-effective method could improve marine protected area monitoring.
Keywords: hydroacoustics, fish abundance, Cabo Pulmo, marine protected areas, conservation, Scripps, monitoring
International Team of Researchers Concludes Ocean is Losing Its Breath
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 24 January 2018
Ocean oxygen loss has surged, with “dead zones” expanding due to climate change and nutrient pollution. GO2NE scientists urge global action to curb emissions, reduce runoff, protect marine life, and improve monitoring.
Keywords: ocean oxygen loss, dead zones, climate change, nutrient pollution, GO2NE, marine life, conservation
Tasty and Pink, Sea Urchin Species May Be a Climate-Tolerant Food Source
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 31 January 2018
Pink sea urchins, hardier than red ones, could be a backup fishery as climate change harms current stocks. Smaller roe limits replacement potential, but bycatch sales may offer opportunity.
Keywords: pink sea urchin, red sea urchin, climate change, fishery, bycatch, ocean acidification, California
