Hunt reveals plastic pellet pollution across Florida
Environment Florida held 16 patrols for plastic pellets across the state and found pellets at eight locations.
Tag: oceans
Our ocean is a lifeline – we need to protect it now more than everÂ
Our marine creatures and coral reefs are being pummeled by ocean heat waves.
Oceans without sharks would be far less healthy – new research
Since 1970, global populations of sharks and rays have decreased by more than 70%.
From glowing corals to vomiting shrimp, animals have used bioluminescence to communicate for millions of years
At least 94 living organisms produce light through a chemical reaction inside their bodies, an ability called bioluminescence.
Keep plastic pellets from creating a long-term problemÂ
Nurdles, or plastic pellets, are tiny beads of raw plastic used to make all kinds of things, from grocery bags ...
Video: What is the blue economy?
This bite-sized video explores the blue economy, also called the ocean economy, and its economic impact in Florida.
UF med students: Microplastics are a microscopic menace to Florida and coastal residents
The ocean is a major reservoir for microplastic contamination, putting coastal cities like Jacksonville at increased risk.
What are nanoplastics? An engineer explains concerns about particles too small to see
Nanoplastics are attracting growing concern thanks to technological advances that have made them easier to detect and analyze.
Advancing ocean science with ‘trailblazing’ PACE mission
A new NASA mission called PACEÂ will help scientists better understand the ocean and atmosphere.
Loss of whales means a hotter, more dangerous planet Â
Whales are under threat — along with the important climate-regulating services they provide.
The Invading Sea is a nonpartisan source for news, commentary and educational content about climate change and other environmental issues affecting Florida. The site is managed by Florida Atlantic University’s Center for Environmental Studies in the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science.
