Sea otters help recover the kelp forests they depend on. Now scientists know how - While threatened by climate change, otters ...

This illustrates a classic example of a trophic cascade, where top predators help maintain the structure of entire ecosystems. Kelp. Image by bluebudgie via Pixabay. Extensive research has documented ...

That’s where their special pockets and their favorite rocks come in. Sea Otter (Enhydra lutris). Image credits: Gregory “Slobirdr” Smith / Flickr. But perhaps even more impressive is how the ...

Adorably fuzzy sea otters aren’t just cute. The marine mammals serve a crucial role, helping to restore the giant kelp forests they rely on by removing their top predators, the sea urchins.

Have you ever seen a blue sea creature like this one? The oceans of the world are home to some unusual creatures, and few compare to the likes of this sea slug. So, let’s dive a little deeper into ...

he has monitored the evolution of two common species of sea snails living off Maine's coast, tracking how they have responded to changes in that environment and the resulting influx of predators.

In the neighboring Tomales Bay, the European green crab alone has caused a clam harvesting decline of up to 40%. On the East ...

Whether the first Pleasant Island otter meal was a lucky accident ... and affecting habitat for other wildlife. Sea otters, in turn, are keystone predators of marine nearshore environments ...

Gene Related to Human Kidney Disease Linked to Touch in Sea Anemones Mar. 12, 2025 — A new article expands our understanding of sensory neurons in the tentacles of sea anemones, linking them to ...

Sea moss (Irish moss) is a type of red seaweed that may offer health benefits, including improving thyroid function, helping manage diabetes, boosting immune health, and more. Keep in mind that ...