Articles related to "Marine Life"

Environmentalists have called for the amount of protected marine sanctuaries off Australia's southwest to be increased from one percent to twenty-five percent.

This new edition of a classic text offers a guide to the incredible diversity of subtidal and intertidal plants and animals in the temperate coastal waters of Australia

Australian marine biologist Dr Mark Norman offers primary school-aged students a glimpse at the amazing marine life of Antarctica and Australia.

A guide to the latest action alerts issued by environmentally focused groups working for positive change.

As concern grows about the state of the world's oceans, study aims to understand the diversity, distribution and abundance of marine life so that it can be protected.

Dams affect oceans in a variety of ways by altering the flow of rivers leading into the sea.

Jellyfish inhabit all the world's oceans and are often seen by swimmers and beachcombers alike. Here is a simple, informative look at a fascinating creature.

The coastline of Western Australia is rich in marine life and it's all on display in an aquarium named AQWA at Hillarys Boat Harbour north of state capital Perth.

A fishing rod once used by Ernest Hemingway, displays of marine life and historical fishing artifacts can be found at this compact history museum in Destin, Florida.

Carbon dioxide emissions are affecting the oceans by changing ocean chemistry. Marine life are struggling to cope.

Three of the great U. S. animal sanctuaries are main features on most San Diego travel itineraries, offering hours of outdoors entertainment and enlightenment.

Some of the loudest animal noises are used by whales to find food and to keep in touch over long distances.

Scientists investigating ocean gyres - giant spinning eddies - are exposing the ways these rotating currents profoundly affect marine life and the planet's climate.

Where does all the trash lost (or dumped) at sea go? Is there a garbage island or plastic continent, floating and growing as more and more trash piles upon it?

Two and half hours from Perth is the sleepy town of Busselton. The 2km long jetty is bursting with marine life and its been called Australia's best artificial reef dive.

Nestled between the Atlantic and Pacific, the ship wrecks of the Caribbean island of St Kitts offer a kaleidoscope of marine life for scuba divers.

Students make connections with many science concepts and communicate their recommendations to officials and organizations regarding the future of artificial reefs.

Three groups of mammals have lived in the oceans for millions of years.

This enormous whale was hunted to the brink of extinction, and there are still fears for its future.

Dominica is known as the "Nature Island" of the Caribbean, but the abundance of food, fun, and friendliness is also worth exploring!

This Northwest Florida Gulf Coast marine park in Panama City Beach lets visitors see marine life, learn about marine conservation and swim with bottlenose dolphins.

Feeding on plankton near the surface exposes Flying Fish to dangerous predators from below. They solve this problem by flying away.

Specific examples of some of the most familiar invertebrate groups.

Tourist attractions near Destin and Panama City Beach add value to a beach vacation with a chance to see marine life, act like a pirate or enjoy a quiet boat ride.

Pilot Whale are known to swim very fast underwater. They actively pursue squid, and their unique hunting strategy is very successful.

As Gray Whales on the Eastern Pacific Coast recover, their feeding activities have been shown to have positive and previously unnoticed effects on threatened seabirds.

Coldwater diving near Alaska's capital city offers experienced divers plenty of wall diving, sea life, shipwrecks, and personal challenge.

Find Scuba shops, dive site resources, and general information about Scuba diving in popular tourist Spanish island of Tenerife, Canary Islands, exotic vacation getaway.

Upgrade your game viewing experience to the Big Seven, only at the Addo Elephant National Park in the Eastern Cape of South Africa.

Tagging Of Pacific Predators, a project of the Census of Marine Life, monitors ocean animals. May improve protection of endangered species and management of fisheries.

The Ningaloo Reef is one of Australia's hidden gems, but the village resort of Coral Bay isn't cheap. This article shows how to enjoy a visit without spending a fortune.

What are actor Leonardo DiCaprio's social networking projects doing to stop causes of global warming? What is actress Haydon Panettiere doing to save ocean marine life?

The Arctic Report Card confirms that global warming is changing the environment of the arctic region with less ice cover and higher air temperatures.

"Seashore Life of the Northern Pacific Coast" is a comprehensive yet readable guide book to life on rocky shores, sandy beaches, bays, and dunes of the Pacific Northwest.

Fishing, whale-watching and diving allow visitors to experience unspoilt marine environments. They will also help the local economy.

Aquaculture has been touted as a way to ease the pressure on wild fish populations, but fish farms cause a variety of problems that must be addressed.

The Malaysian island of Langkawi is an alternative route out of Thailand from the southern town of Satun. The island offers dramatic scenery and serenity.

Commercial fishing is a global, multi-billion dollar industry. It is the backbone of coastal nations' economies. As such, many species are depleted. So why waste?

Global warming means more than just rising temperatures. It affects ice caps, coastal communities, and marine creatures.

Elephants, lions, and bears may be big but they certainly don't compare to some of the largest ocean animals.

With live coral reefs, French cuisine, luxury resorts and unique shopping opportunities, Vanuatu is one of the Pacific Ocean's most popular tropical holiday destinations.

Krill lock up a lot of carbon dioxide, but are themselves suffering from the effects of global warming.

Fishing, hiding and signalling are some of the uses of lights at sea.

Whether it's island beaches, magical reefs or lush tropical jungles, you just need to come to one country to find them all.

Tourists can learn about the invention of the calendar, the beginnings of wine making, cruise the world's longest river, visit beaches and shop in ancient markets.

This comprehensive guide enables accurate identification of fish species found along the southern Australian coastline.

Scuba diving from the shore can be rewarding. There are great scuba dive sites in the world's lakes, rivers and beaches. Also the chance to scavenge for bits and pieces.

More often than not, when a whale or dolphin beaches itself, scientists look at sonar as a possible cause. Is sonar responsible for substantial cetacean deaths?

Mantas are docile filter feeders that seem to enjoy interacting with humans.

Napier, the Art Deco city of the world is also home to New Zealand's National Aquarium. Fossils, sleepovers and swimming with sharks are some of the experiences on offer.