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The Monitor and the Battle of Hampton Roads
What are Marine Protected Areas?
All of America’s national marine sanctuaries are marine protected areas but not all marine protected areas are national marine sanctuaries.... View Article
Creature Feature: Lined Seahorse
With nearly 50 species of seahorse calling our ocean home, it was hard to pick just one for this creature... View Article
The Amazing World of Plankton
When asked what lives in the ocean we might think of animals like coral, whales, fish, or turtles, and might... View Article
Citizen Science in National Marine Sanctuaries
Want to get involved in marine science but don’t have a degree in the field or experience with research? You’re... View Article
Creature Feature: Googly-Eyed Stubby Squid
No, this creature feature is not a joke. In 2016, researchers on the E/V Nautilus brought the googly-eyed stubby squid... View Article
Celebrating the Expansion Anniversary of Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument
On August 26, 2016 President Barack Obama expanded Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument, enlarging what was already the largest contiguous protected area... View Article
Creature Feature: Lemon Sharks
Cruising through our Sanctuaries: Research Cruises
Research cruises, while essential for getting information from our world’s waterways, are a fun way for scientists, volunteers, and organizations... View Article