The Ocean Brief
Ocean stories and insights covering science, policy, innovation, and the ocean community
Sea Shorts: When sea ice turns pink
Sometimes sea ice turns pink. Don't worry - it's entirely natural!
Sea Shorts: A wreck of seabirds
Seabirds are pretty hardy creatures, but when a series of harsh storms roll in one after the other, the results can be tragic.
Sea Shorts: The sucky side of the sea star
Welcome to possibly the weirdest (and niftiest) feet in the world!
Sea Shorts: Not just a dirty rock
Next time you are near a rock pool, pick up a rock. That's not dirt you're looking at - that's life!
Sea Shorts: A perfect harbour
In this weeks Sea Shorts, we take a quick look at the history of Newfoundland and Labrador's St John's harbour.
Sea Shorts: The Art of the Cod Jig
In this weeks sea shorts, we take a look at a traditional fishing technique through this wonderful piece of art by Newfoundland-based artist Denis Abrard.
Sea Shorts: Home-hopping hermit crabs
In this week's sea shorts, we meet the home-hopping hermit crabs - and their rather large claws.
Sea Shorts: The birth of an Isthmus
Bruny Islands 'The Neck' is a beautiful isthmus. But just how did it get there?
Sea Shorts: Sailing by the wind
In this weeks sea shorts, we take a look at one of nature's sailors - Velella velella