Fish fed polystyrene nanoparticles are less active and show changes to theirbrains and metabolism, according to a study by Swedish and Danish researchers.The findings suggest that nanoparticles in the environment could have a majorimpact on fish and aquatic ec…
Purdue University research has discovered that wild-type zebrafish consistently beat out genetically modified Glofish in competition for female mates, an advantage that led to the disappearance of the transgene from the fish population over time.
Fish species capable of warming their body core are able to swim two and a half times faster than those whose body temperature does not change, according to a study from the University of California, Santa Barbara and other institutions.
Marine ecosystem composition can be changed by night-time artificial lighting from coastal communities, shipping and offshore infrastructure, according to new research.
Governments around the world must take action to safeguard the contributions of the oceans to the global economy, which are valued at $24 trillion, according to this report from the WWF: 'Reviving the Ocean Economy - The Case for Action - 2015'.
