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Do Sharks Sleep? The Surprising Truth About Shark Rest Patterns

In this edition of “Ask A Marine Biologist,” Dr. David Shiffman answers a popular question about our beloved apex predators of the sea.

Are All Sharks Scavengers?

Scavengers eat animals that are already dead instead of hunting live prey. It's extremely important to keep ecosystems clean and healthy.

Giant Tortoise Believed Extinct for 100 Years Found Alive in Galápagos

A male fantastic giant tortoise collected from the Galápagos in 1906 was believed to be the only one until a female, discovered in 2019, was genetically confirmed to be the same species.

Red Sea Research Indicates Dolphins Use Corals for Skincare

Underwater observations of bottlenose dolphins show pods of dolphins rub themselves on specific coral species, which may prevent or treat an infection.

Scientists Race to Figure Out Why Grey Whale Deaths are Spiking

Dwinding food supplies, ship strikes and fishing gear entanglement are all contributing to an Unusual Mortality Event among grey whale populations migraging along the West Coast.

New System Automates Identifying Fish Calls to Further Reef Research

An Oregon State research team automated processing of data from underwater microphones, strengthening scientists' ability to monitor reef health.

New Species of Deep-Sea Crown Jelly Discovered in Monterey Bay

Three unique Atolla-like jellies collected in Monterey Bay in the last fifteen years have officially been declared a new species.

How Kitchen Vinegar Is Keeping Sea Star Populations in Check

When injected with vinegar, the endemic coral-eater will die within 48 hours without negative impacts on the surrounding ecosystem, according to a years-long study.