A Double First for a Fairy
Scientists discover dozens of new fish every year. Most often the
biologists who identify these species are from a handful...
Science & the Sea
A 5-Star Year
Every year scientists discover new species in the oceans, and 2021 was
no different. In fact, researchers from the California...
A Reef’s Symphony of Sound
As any parent or teacher knows, a roomful of kids suddenly going
silent could mean trouble. As it turns out,...
Speaking of the Seals…
More than four decades ago, a seal named Hoover began captivating
visitors at Boston’s New England Aquarium. It wasn’t his...
A Special Skill of Krill
The human body relies on sunlight to synchronize its internal clock.
Light controls the release of hormones that tell our...
Sharks Go Walking
When most people hear “shark,” they picture a large, sleek-bodied
predator slicing through the open water, perhaps with the triangle...
Dual Superpowers
Perhaps you’ve heard of animals that can regrow lost body parts, like
sea stars growing new arms or lizards regrowing...
Where Turtles Spend their “Lost Years”
In storybook tales of old, sailors feared the Sargasso Sea as a mythically
cursed region where the mightiest ships mysteriously...
Climate-friendly Microbe Munchers
Many microbes perform a key function in the cycle of life: breaking
down dead and decaying organisms. But this important...
Coral Strikes Back at Crown of Thorns
Crown of thorns sea stars are dangerous predators on coral reefs. The
sea stars are intimidating creatures that can grow...
Gulf Coast Kitchen
Get all the latest coastal cuisine recipes from guides and authors.
Recipe of the month
Shrimp & Crab Appetizer Cups
Flaky, cheesy seafood-filled bites that make the perfect appetizer for parties or brunch!
Ingredients
1 sheet puff pastry 2 Tbsp...
