Slippery Characters
Pass by a sea cucumber in a tide pool, and you may hardly notice this lowly, pickle-shaped creature. But try...
Science & the Sea
Whale Falls
When a whale dies and sinks to the ocean floor, it sets in motion a new beginning for deep-sea life....
Deep-Diving Unicorns of the Sea
The Arctic-dwelling narwhal is undoubtedly best known for its long, lance-like tooth. But this curious looking whale also stands out...
Salty, Savory, Sustainable
Thanks to a clever farming technique, mussel lovers can relish the fact that their favorite shellfish is not only tasty,...
Finding Safety Upstream
Bull sharks are unique among sharks in their ability to live in freshwater habitats for long periods of time. However,...
A Shark In Fresh Water?
Among sharks, great whites are famous for their size, hammerheads for their shape, and makos for their speed. But the...
The Many Talents of Seaweed
Most people probably think their encounters with seaweed are limited - being brushed by its slimy blades while swimming in...
Diving for their Dinners
Imagine that you were hungry for a meal, and there were plenty of tasty morsels around you… but you had...
Continental Shelves
Conservationists, governments and energy companies all seem to take a keen interest in the oceans’ continental shelves. These extensions of...
Ammonites: More than Meets the Eye
In the prehistoric seas lived a squid-like creature whose fossilized shells are prized by collectors - and they offer clues...
Gulf Coast Kitchen
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Recipe of the month
Hashbrown Crusted Crab-Spinach-Egg Casserole
Created by Mary Anne Gunn – Many thanks to my dear friend for sharing this wonderful breakfast casserole. Perfect to...