Researchers have discovered an "unexpected" accumulation of the radioactive isotope beryllium-10, deep in the Pacific Ocean.

Local tribes and nonprofits have received a grant to lead the planning effort to bring back the furry mammals, which have ...

Dungeness crab, Pacific herring, and red abalone are among the marine species most vulnerable to the changing climate's effect on California's coastal waters, a new study finds. The team seeks to help ...

A s they transport us to underwater landscapes, aquariums provide a soothing experience for visitors. The dark rooms, illuminated by soft light emanating from the tanks, display a ...

Earth must have experienced something exceptional 10 million years ago. Our study of rock samples from the floor of the ...

Plastic is the most prevalent marine pollutant, and plastic surfaces are the fastest growing habitat in the ocean.

Just as the human body serves as a habitat for bacteria and other microbes, diverse, tiny organisms known as protists host ...

A system-wide evaluation of California’s marine reserve network finds conservation benefits across multiple ecosystems.

About 100 volunteers helped replant native grass in the sand dunes of Ocean Beach, the city’s three-mile front door to the Pacific Ocean. The newly planted grass, protected by temporary fencing, will ...

Kaanapali resonates with nature’s rhythmic beat, creating delightful experiences for visitors and residents alike.

Scientists on a submersible in the Pacific Ocean found a 1-foot-long sea creature ... or multi-rayed sea cucumber, in its natural habitat. Photos from Xiao and Zhang (2025) The multi-rayed sea ...