Ocean

Israel Nature and Parks Authority seeks public help after dolphin washes ashore in Tel Aviv

The INPA requested assistance locating the dolphin due to concern that it may be injured and in need of assistance.

Dolphin swimming in the Red Sea in Eilat, southern Israel, February 19, 2021.
People stand aboard MV June Aster as flames and smoke rise after a fire broke out on the ferry, off the coast of Palawan, Philippines.

Massive Philippine search underway after fatal ferry blaze leaves dozens missing, five dead

Amphorae from the late 5th and early 4th centuries BCE, discovered off the coast of the island of Andros, August 26, 2026.

Italy, Greece find hundreds of amphorae buried with ancient shipwrecks on Mediterranean sea floor

An Indian coast guard ship passes by Hope Town Island, located near Sri Vijaya Puram, the capital city of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands on March 20, 2026.

Indian Coast Guard, Navy continue search for 22 crew missing after bulk carrier sinks


Melting Antarctic ice could slow world's strongest ocean current by 20%, study warns

Researchers say slowdown of ACC may allow invasive species to reach Antarctica, threatening fragile food webs and species like penguins.

 Melting Antarctic ice could slow world's strongest ocean current by 20%, study warns. Illustration.

Southern ocean winds may prevent AMOC collapse,according to Nature study

AMOC weakening may shift global rainfall, harming crops and causing droughts in the Mediterranean.

 Southern ocean winds may prevent AMOC collapse, according to Nature study.

Ancient Filipino seafarers mastered ocean voyages 40,000 years ago, new study reveals

Microscopic analysis of stone tools shows ancient extraction of plant fibers for ropes and nets.

 New archaeological evidence suggests that ancient inhabitants of the Philippines and Island Southeast Asia had the advanced plant-working technology needed for sophisticated boat building and open-sea fishing.

'Red tide' turns Argentina's beaches crimson: Massive macroalgae invasion hits Mar del Plata

The 'red tide' is a natural phenomenon caused by the massive shedding of algae from deep waters, which can be triggered by storms or the natural aging of the algae.

 'Red tide' turns Argentina's beaches crimson: Massive macroalgae invasion hits Mar del Plata. Illustration.

Mysterious black devil fish spotted for first time near ocean surface, Spain

The black devil fish is described as "a true predator of the depths" that uses "symbiotic bioluminescent bacteria as bait to lure its prey, in the same way as in the popular movie Finding Nemo."

 The mysterious black devil fish is captured on video for potentially the first time in the shallow waters off Spain

Discovery of 'dark oxygen' challenges understanding of oxygen production

The discovery challenges traditional photosynthesis concepts, revealing new possibilities for life in harsh environments, Science noted.

 Discovery of 'dark oxygen' challenges understanding of oxygen production. Illustration.

Mysterious 'encounters' keep happening: Norwegian sail boat severely damaged by orcas off the coast

Researchers prefer to speak of encounters and interactions rather than attacks and assume that the orcas do not act with aggressive intent.

 Orca killer whale (Orcinus orca) spotted at whale watching outside Skjervøy, Tromsø, Norway. Illustration.

Orca Tahlequah mourns loss of second calf, carries dead offspring again

Due to food scarcity, up to 69% of Southern Resident killer whale pregnancies do not result in viable calves.

 An Orca family swimming. Illustration.

A killer on the loose? 44 dead seals found since October still baffle German authorities

Preliminary investigations have ruled out natural causes of death for the seals.

 44 dead seals found since October still baffle German authorities.

The loneliest journey: Humpback whale goes on 8,106 miles journey to find new breeding grounds

The male whale may be increasing its reproductive chances by mingling with other populations.

 In August 2022, a male humpback whale astonished marine scientists by appearing off the coast of Zanzibar, Tanzania.