What’s the Difference? Jellyfish vs. Man o’ War
8 Apr, 2020
They have tentacles… they sting… and they’re avoided in the ocean. They’re basically the same, right? Despite being often mistaken... View Article
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What is the Great Pacific Garbage Patch?
7 Apr, 2020
You may have heard of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch but what is it, how did it start, and can... View Article
Sea Wonder: Scorpionfish
3 Apr, 2020
Happy Keep America Beautiful Day: From Your Backyard Edition
1 Apr, 2020
Along with being the month we celebrate Earth Day, April is also Keep America Beautiful Month! That’s not by accident... View Article
Kelp Forest Loss: What Does it Mean and Why Does it Matter?
30 Mar, 2020
Kelp forests are commonly seen along the west coast of the United States and support more diverse populations of plants... View Article
Sea Wonder: Coho Salmon
27 Mar, 2020
Appearance Coho salmon (Oncorhynchus kisutch) can reach lengths of nearly two feet and weigh an average of eight pounds but... View Article
U-701: Sunk in Monitor during WWII
25 Mar, 2020
What importance does U-701, a sunken German U-Boat have in American history and culture? It was the first German... View Article
Stay Connected to the Ocean and Great Lakes while Physical Distancing
24 Mar, 2020
We face uncertain times with the continued spread of COVID-19 across the US and the globe, and our thoughts are... View Article
Sea Wonder: Fish Eating Anemone
20 Mar, 2020
It might look like a kind and gentle underwater plant but the fish eating anemone (Urticina piscavora) is actually... View Article
Green Species in Sanctuaries: An Ode to St. Patrick
16 Mar, 2020