From Snack to Sand
Visit most any coral reef in shallow tropical waters and you will likely see colorful parrotfish gliding by, busily grazing...
Science & the Sea
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...
Turning the Sea Pink
On coral reefs around the world, scientists and divers alike watch for an amazing yearly phenomenon – a night when...
Prehistoric Climate Clues
Fossils of prehistoric sea creatures aren’t just remarkable for their massive size and fearsome looks – they also give scientists...
Gulf Coast Kitchen
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Chicken-Fried Oysters with Pico Cream
Texas Gulf Coast Oysters are a delicacy found in season most of the year, and our brand of frying them...