The Ocean Brief
Ocean stories and insights covering science, policy, innovation, and the ocean community
Even the smallest fisher plays a part
In some places, recreational fishers help protect marine life
Secchi disk: Simple technology for ocean science
How you can use the simple secchi disk can help us learn more about the ocean
What the oceans do for us: One phytoplankton's waste….
Phytoplankton - tiny marine plants - are vital for our survival
What lies beneath: Technology for Ocean Science
Remote sensing technology LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) is providing a window into the ocean
Restoration ecology – bringing back lost undersea worlds
Sydney, Australia has cleaner coastal waters, but seaweeds and the animals they provide homes for just aren't coming back... yet
Cool critter of the month: Pelagic Gooseneck Barnacles
Pelagic gooseneck barnacles can be found across the world - and they are happy to make almost anything solid their home.
When ecotourism and whales collide
Even non-consumptive forms of eco and nature-based tourism – such as wildlife watching – can have a negative impact on the very species we are hoping to see and protect.
Can balanced harvesting produce more sustainable fisheries?
Balanced harvesting’ – catching predominantly small, immature fish - is controversial. But can it help promote sustainable fisheries?
What did you say?
Noise pollution is a problem for cetaceans because they use echolocation to ‘see’ and hear.