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New global maps chart 40 years of ocean heat and acidification extremes https://news.mongabay.com/2026/09/new-global-maps-chart-40-years-of-ocean-heat-and-acidification-extremes/

New global maps chart 40 years of ocean heat and acidification extremes
Between 2014 and 2015, a marine heatwave known as “The Blob” warmed an area of the Pacific Ocean larger than the United States and Mexico combined. The massive event fueled toxic algae blooms, collapsed fisheries, killed off millions of emaciated seabirds, sent dead fin whales (Balaenoptera physalus) and sea otters washing up on Alaska and […]

"Ocean heatwaves are hiding months of extra warming"
#Oceans #Climate #ClimateChange

Ocean heatwaves are hiding months of extra warming
Marine heatwaves may be only the most intense part of much longer warming events, with elevated temperatures sometimes lingering for months. Researchers found that conventional measurements underestimate total heat exposure by more than 150% on average, potentially overlooking a major source of stress on marine ecosystems.

Deep ocean, familiar trash: Plastic waste found alongside possible new species #ocean

Deep ocean, familiar trash: Plastic waste found alongside possible new species
It's no secret that plastic and other human trash are a problem for marine life, but our understanding has long focused on the ocean's surface. As described in a study published in PLOS One, a more complete picture is coming into focus, revealing that even some of our planet's greatest depths have become home to our debris.

Microplastics reach even 2,000 meters below the ocean surface, study finds #ocean

Microplastics reach even 2,000 meters below the ocean surface, study finds
Plastic pollution has become a global environmental crisis, with an estimated 11 million tons of plastic entering the oceans each year. As larger plastic debris breaks down into microplastics, these tiny particles are transported throughout marine ecosystems by ocean currents, threatening marine life and ultimately entering the human food chain.

"The world’s largest battery-electric ferry just crossed an ocean"
#Ferry #Boats #Oceans

The world’s largest battery-electric ferry just crossed an ocean | The Optimist Daily
The world's largest battery-electric ferry arrived in South America after sailing from Tasmania. Here's what makes Hull 096 a milestone for maritime transport.

AI reveals a massive algae boom across the world’s oceans #ocean

AI reveals a massive algae boom across the world’s oceans
An AI analysis of 1.2 million satellite images shows that floating algae blooms are spreading across the global ocean. The rapid growth of massive seaweed mats could reshape marine habitats while bringing foul-smelling decay, ecological damage, and economic losses to coastlines.

🇺🇦 #NowPlaying on KEXP's #Early
Ocean Colour Scene:
🎵 The Day We Caught the Train
#OceanColourScene
https://elalbionauta.bandcamp.com/track/the-day-we-caught-the-train-ocean-colour-scene-by-the-albionauts
https://open.spotify.com/track/4oPF43XotiOin8UroIsE0t

Marine heat waves are cooking our ocean ecosystems—and will only become more common #ocean

Marine heat waves are cooking our ocean ecosystems—and will only become more common
You may have heard reports of fish die-offs or seen photos of hauntingly bleached coral.

"Scientists left cinderblocks in a barren part of the sea. 3 months later they were ecstatic."
#Oceans #Sea #Environment

Scientists left cinderblocks in a barren part of the sea. 3 months later they were ecstatic.
Dumping concrete into the ocean looks like the worst case of littering, but it serves an important purpose that benefits all sea life.

View from the beach boxed in by a cliff at Camusett State Historic Park Preserve -- that's Elliot sitting in the far distance
#photo #photography #beach #landscape #ocean #sand #cliffs #elliot

Report confirms record-high greenhouse gases, global sea level and ocean heat in 2025 #ocean

Report confirms record-high greenhouse gases, global sea level and ocean heat in 2025
According to the 36th annual State of the Climate report, greenhouse gas concentrations, global sea level and ocean heat content all reached record highs in 2025.

"1.3m plastic bottles collected in a day in global volunteer ocean cleanup"
#Ocean #Plastic #Plastics #Environment

1.3m plastic bottles collected in a day in global volunteer ocean cleanup
Ocean Conservancy says last year’s cleanup collected 13.9m pieces of rubbish from beaches and rivers worldwide

"Study suggests three-quarters of Indo-Pacific coral reefs could drown as sea levels rise"
#Ocean #Coral #Environment

Study suggests three-quarters of Indo-Pacific coral reefs could drown as sea levels rise
Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) scientists have found that most coral reefs across the Indo-Pacific may struggle to grow fast enough to keep pace with accelerating sea-level rise. Their study found that 76% of the reef sites surveyed do not have the capacity to keep pace with projected sea-level rise under a high greenhouse gas emissions scenario, threatening coastal protection and marine habitats.

"How a Bag of Rubbish on a Dorset Beach Turned into a 261-Mile Swim for the Ocean"
#UK #UnitedKingdom #Dorset #Ocean

How a Bag of Rubbish on a Dorset Beach Turned into a 261-Mile Swim for the Ocean | Happy Eco News
A Dorset plasterer picked up one bag of beach plastic in 2018, and turned it into a charity that has collected 4,000kg of rubbish, visited 25 schools, and swam 261 miles for the ocean.

"When ocean temperatures increase, so does child malnutrition on land"
#Climate #ClimateChange #Oceans #Health

When ocean temperatures increase, so does child malnutrition on land
Researchers have discovered this troubling consequence of climate change, but they still don't know why it happens.

The world's oceans are the hottest on record for June—and El Niño is set to turn up the heat even more
#ocean #environment #ElNino

Goldenrod near beach at Camusett State Historic Park Preserve maybe 1/4 the way out long island
#photography #photo #flowers #goldenrod #beach #flower #longisland #wildfolowers #huntington #plants #sand #ocean

20 year project criticized as dumping leads to significant ocean rehabilitation
#Science #Ocean #Rebuilding #Natural

🇺🇦 #NowPlaying on #BBC6Music's #NewMusicFix
Ocean Moon & Silver Ley:
🎵 Shining Peace
#OceanMoon #SilverLey

"UK officially ratifies landmark High Seas Treaty"
#UK #UnitedKingdom #Oceans

Looking down from the bluffs at Camusett State Historic Park Preserve last Monday Elliot and I went to Huntington, NY to catch BAND-MAID's world tour!
#photo #photography #beach #longisland #ocean #sand

Release the capsule
Season 6 Episode 22 "Go For The Gold"
#RandomBaywatch #lvdlpx #Baywatch #ocean #sea #90s #The90s #smuggling #GoForTheGold

🇺🇦 #NowPlaying on #BBC6Music's #NewMusicFix
Ocean Moon & Silver Ley:
🎵 Free My Shadow
#OceanMoon #SilverLey
#newRelease 🆕 single
https://open.spotify.com/track/14CsFLd9R3TL8CgbRHCk0D