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Whale Watching 101: A Deep Dive into Anatomy, Biology and Behavior of These Incredible Ocean Giants

Get ready for an ultimate whale watching adventure! Explore fascinating anatomy, biology, and captivating surface displays you won’t want to miss! Enhance your once-in-a-lifetime experience with professional insights from a marine biologist to better understand the meaning behind your observations. Dive into an ocean of wonder—read more now!

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Understanding Marine Invasive Species for Invasive Species Awareness Week

Marine invasive species are reshaping ocean ecosystems—learn how lionfish, green crabs, zebra mussels, and more disrupt habitats, threaten biodiversity, and impact fisheries. Discover the biggest offenders, their effects, and how we can take action to protect marine life.

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The Crown-of-Thorns Seastar: A Master's Thesis in Marine Science

Dive into the fascinating world of Crown-of-Thorns Sea Stars (COTS) with this in-depth exploration of their ecological role, population outbreaks, and environmental impact. Marine scientist Jessica Colla shares insights from her master’s thesis, covering COTS’ predatory behavior, reproduction strategies, and how their population surges can be traced back to human influence.

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How the Plastic Plague is Devastating Our Oceans

The plastic plague is choking our oceans—destroying habitats, harming wildlife, and sneaking into our own food chain. Uncover shocking truths about marine debris, from ghost gear to microplastics, and discover powerful ways you can join the fight for cleaner, thriving oceans. The future of our seas depends on it—lets dive in now!

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