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...
Science & the Sea
A (Living) Light in the Dark
In the dark ocean at night some unique organisms have the incredible ability to light up the inky waters with...
From Snack to Sand
Visit most any coral reef in shallow tropical waters and you will likely see colorful parrotfish gliding by, busily grazing...
Some Like It Hot
Technically, fish are cold-blooded animals, and their body temperatures are at the mercy of the water around them. But some...
Shifting Sands
When you’re lying on a soft, smooth sandy beach, it can feel like the most tranquil place on Earth. But...
Partners in Crime
On their own, groupers and moray eels are two fearsome coral reef predators. Groupers feed by gulping down prey in...
The Incredible Shrinking Iguana
Many things make marine iguanas unique. After all, they are the world’s only sea-going lizards. But perhaps their most amazing...
The Great Eel Migration
Think of nature’s great migrations and you might imagine birds flying over continents or antelope crossing the African plains. But...
Seals on Thin Ice
A stretch of snow-covered ice surrounded by Arctic waters might seem like an inhospitable place. But for “ice seals,” these...
Squid Versus Whale
Countless illustrations and museum displays depict the battle between two of the ocean’s most fearsome predators, the sperm whale and...
Gulf Coast Kitchen
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Hashbrown-Crusted Breakfast Casserole
Hashbrown Crust
1 16-oz bag frozen shredded hashbrowns3 Tbs olive oil1 Tbs butter
Breakfast Casserole
1 16-oz package turkey sausage1...