Ocean Life News in Brief March 15-2017
The Blue-Ringed Octopus: Small but Deadly
On March 1 Ocean Conservancy reported on the ecology of the Blue Ringed Octopus. “At first glance, the blue-ringed octopus looks perfectly innocuous. But don’t let its cuddly exterior fool you: this tiny octopus can kill you. And quickly,” Ocean Conservancy reported.
New Enceladus Study Assures Life is Closer than Originally Thought
Daily Mail reported from the UK on March 14 on new studies on Enceladus. Conditions for life are believed to be hosted in the distant moon. Now the new study assures that life on Enceladus could be closer than originally thought. “Like Saturn's other moons, Enceladus appears 'cold, icy, and inhospitable' – but scientists say it could be a promising candidate in the search for alien life,” Daily Mail reported.
Schmidt Ocean Institute Working with NASA on a Mystery Breaker
Schmidt Ocean Institute reports that using new NASA Satellite Technology insight to Ocean Color has been made clear. In their new expedition Schmidt is using the new technology to run studies on microorganisms.
Oceans Warming 13% Faster and Picking Up Speed
The Guardian reported on March 10 that the Earth`s Ocean are warming faster than thought and acceleration. “New research has convincingly quantified how much the Earth has warmed over the past 56 years. Human activities utilize fossil fuels for many beneficial purposes but have an undesirable side effect of adding carbon dioxide to the atmosphere at ever-increasing rates,” the Guardian reported.
Search for MH370 Revealed Secrets of the Deep Ocean of the Indian Ocean
The Atlantic revealed that the mapping of the oceans conducted to find the missing MH370 Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 has resulted in the best mapping of parts of the Indian Ocean. When Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 disappeared three years ago this week, the search brought the ocean’s vastness into sharp relief and revealed unknown geology. Scientists with Geoscience Australia, which provided technical advice and support for the search, recently published some of their findings.
Officials: Somali Pirates Hijack Oil Tanker in Indian Ocean
Voa News reported on March 13 that Somali Pirates are hijacking oil tankers in the Indian Ocean. “Somali officials say pirates have hijacked an oil tanker in the Indian Ocean and guided it to the coast of Puntland region.Sources tell VOA's Somali service that the ship is believed to be a merchant tanker flying the flag of the United Arab Emirates,” the media reported.
Volvo Ocean Race has BIG Announcement Coming Up
On March 9 Volvo Ocean Race reported that the fourth team had signed up and confirmed for participation of the 2017-2018 Volvo. Volvo assured that a new announcement is coming up and that it will be “BIG”. With over seven months to go before the beginning of the next edition in October, the new campaign joins Team AkzoNobel, Dongfeng Race Team and MAPFRE in early preparations for the 2017-18 start line in Alicante.
Ocean Volcanoes May Hold Clues To Alien Life
Seeker reported on March 12 that scientists studying underwater volcanoes say that alien life secrets are found in the depths. “On the ocean floor, hydrothermal vents release streams of fluid that can reach more than 400 degrees celsius. They attract all sorts of organisms hoping to enjoy the warmth, and feed off the ample minerals,” the media reported.
Express UK reports Strange Massive Ocean Moving Under Pacific Ocean Depths
Express UK reported on March 12 that strange massive circular structure was identified moving slowly across the Pacific Ocean Sea Floor -3 thousand feet below water.The object, which observers say looks man-made rather than natural, is estimated to measure more than 2.5miles in diameter and is surrounded by what look like massive tank tracks.
“What’s Fish Sex Got to Do with Sustainable Seafood?” Oceana Asks and Answers
On March 8 Oceana addressed the links between fish gender and sustainable seafood. “At first glance, it might seem like the birds and the bees have nothing to do with the sustainability of sharks or sardines. But it turns out that how often and how early marine animals have sex - and how many babies they produce from their trysts — have a big bearing on whether or not these species hit the sustainable seafood mark,” the International Ocean Organization assured.
Miami to Havana Race 2017
International Sailing Press reported on March 14 on the start of the 2nd Annual Miami to Havana Race. Starting March 15 37 entrants hoisted sails with Cuba destinations for the 210 nautical mile race course.
