Marine Biodiversity Science Center
America’s Maritime Action Plan, published by the White House in February 2026, aims to revitalize U.S. shipbuilding and commercial maritime capacity through...
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A coral reef ecosystem is a marine environment built around colonies of coral polyps that creates one of the most biodiverse habitats...
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The most reliable way to tell crocodiles and alligators apart is snout shape: crocodiles have narrow, V-shaped snouts while alligators sport wide,...
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Tropical marine climates are characterized by warm ocean temperatures year-round, typically ranging from 20°C to 30°C, abundant rainfall, and minimal seasonal temperature...
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The American alligator range spans across the southeastern United States, from North Carolina south through Florida and west to eastern Texas, covering...
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Plastic pollution directly accelerates climate change through greenhouse gas emissions released during production, degradation, and incineration, creating a feedback loop between two...
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A State Marine Conservation Area (SMCA) is a designated ocean zone where specific activities are regulated or prohibited to protect marine ecosystems...
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Establishing a protected zone within a marine protected area requires designating a specific geographic boundary, selecting the appropriate protection level, securing legal...
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A sustainable fishery operates at a level that allows fish populations to reproduce and replenish themselves naturally while supporting long-term economic and...
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Marine debris is best described as being composed of seven primary materials: plastics, metals, glass, rubber, textiles, processed lumber, and paper or...
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