Ocean Life News in Brief: May-01-2015

North Atlantic Climate Change Events Challenged by New Study 

Study published at Nature Magazine assures that the abrupt climate changes occurred in the North Atlantic in the past 440 thousand years were not triggered by the presence of large group of icebergs. Study was developed by scientists of the Barker Cardiff University. The study signals to more wider events. 

Unique Black Flamengo Spotted at Chipre 

In the natural reserve of the lake Akrotiri Chipre -lake surrounded and influenced by ocean waters a black flamengo was registered among the flameng local population. The black flamengo which has now become legendary is a long distance migrator. The unique pigmentation of its black wings is linked to melanism. Flamengo obtain their pigmentation from elements present in basins they home.  

Endemic Fish of Japan Living off Oregon Coast since 2011 Tsunami 

Scientists assure to have discovered Japanese endemic fish in the coasts of Oregon. The fish are reported to have been dragged along a fishing ship which reached the coasts of the US after being trapped and destroyed in the 2011 Tsunami. Scientists urge for more studies due to the consequences of invasive species in stable environments. Natural disasters are historically linked to the spread of species globally and contribute to evolutionary biodiversity.  

Grey Whale Takes on 22.53 Kilometer Navigation Taking Longest Route Record

US and Russian scientists assured to have registered the longest migration route for mammals on Earth. The 22.53 thousand kilometer endeavour was taken on by the Grey Whale -Eschrichtius robustus. Three individuals of the specie were monitored via satellite. Route extends from Russian Islands of Sakhalin crosses the Pacific Ocean and reaches the waters of Baja California Mexico. 

Washington Post Addressing and Modelling Opinions of PDO 

The Washington Post continues to address and model general opinions of PDO and related issues. The Pacific Decadal Oscillation PDO refer to global climate change tendencies. 

SpaceX Multi Planetary Environment Exploration and Reusability Program 

SpaceX program for developing reusable rockets continues on schedule. The company took on another unmanned lift off in Florido sending a robotic cargo ship to the ISS International Space Station. The rocket made a “hard” landing in an Ocean platform. SpaceX assures that the key to multi planetary environment exploration is found in reusability.

BBC Addressed Ocean Health Dialogue and “Underwater Pharmacies” 

BBC reported on “Underwater Pharmacies” in aims of covering the health ocean sector which continues to develop. The media assures that coral reefs are rich in biodiversity and could contribute to medical science. The work of The Nature Conservancy TNC lead scientists Dr Trista Patterson and marine conservation biologists Professor Callum Roberts was spotlighted by the media. 

The Sundarbans -Largest Mangrove Forest in the World Under Global Impacts 

Impacts on the largest mangrove forest in the world “The Sundarbans” in Bengali were revealed by the India Times. From natural disasters to specie diversity to the natural reserve listed as UNESCO World Heritage the grandiose environment of the Sundarban, its population, culture and society are under globally driven impacts.

Millions of Jellyfish-Like Creatures Wash-up in Ocean Shores 

Press reported from Ocean Shores Washington US were millions of jellyfish-like creatures washed upon the shore and coast of the Pacific Ocean. Storms and tectonic influence could be linked to the event. 

Project Aware Dived Against Debris for Earth Day 
Project Aware took on their “Dive Against Debris Hero” to celebrate Earth Day on April 22. “From small changes in their daily lives to onshore and underwater cleanups, local actions have helped contribute to cleaner, healthier marine environments. And, we’re gaining traction,” Project Aware communicated. Globally the Dive Against Debris program has recollected over 493,047 pieces of rubbish  -weight that combined equals to that of over 3 thousand people. 

Schmidt Ocean Institute Releases Unique Student Opportunities 

The Schmidt Ocean Institute posted new opportunities for students to take part in “meaningful scientific research” in coordination with their prestigious organization. Upcoming cruise opportunities were released in their main frame.  

Schmidt Ocean Institute “Heating the Reef” 

The Schmidt Ocean Institute is looking into temperature importance in reef systems. Working on the thermal field of Scott Reef scientists are trying to unravel the equations which governs life on the reef. Tides, waves and temperature are under study. 

NOAA Okeanos Exploring Puerto Rico’s Seamounts, Trenches, and Troughs

Since February 2015, NOAA Office of Ocean Exploration and Research has been leading a three-leg expedition aboard NOAA Ship Okeanos Explorer to explore unknown and poorly known deepwater regions around Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands.