Ocean warming has been shrinking marine animals for 450 million years, massive study reveals

In Kenya’s Mida Creek, fishers confront a changing ocean with hope

Scientists say that the oceans are warming and absorbing more than 90 of the excess heat trapped by greenhouse gases in the atmosphere. These rising temperatures are placing growing stress on marine ecosystems, fueling coral bleaching, disrupting breeding cycles of marine organisms, and reshaping fish habitats. In the Western Indian Ocean – including along Kenya’s []

World’s oceans hit record warmth in June, scientists warn of further rises

World’s oceans hit record warmth in June, scientists warn of further rises

UK waters hit with extreme heatwave as global sea temperatures reach record levels

Experts warn that some marine species are at risk of ‘mass mortality events’ in ever-warming oceansUK waters are being hit with an “extreme” marine heatwave, the Met Office has said, as scientists warn that high ocean temperatures globally could result in “mass-mortality events” for some species.The forecasters said these elevated temperatures have developed rapidly because of last month’s heat dome, during which most of Europe sweltered in its worst ever heatwave that scientists said would have been impossible without the climate crisis. Continue reading...

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'Extreme' marine heatwave expected for parts of UK

Scientists fear that high sea temperatures could have wide-ranging consequences for marine life.

Red heatwave alert covers much of France as 20 drowning deaths reported

Human-caused climate change is tied to increasing extreme weather and UN projections suggest the next five years will break more records.

World’s oceans break June heat record: EU monitor

World’s oceans break June heat record: EU monitor

France Records Its Hottest Day Ever As Europe Withers In Early Heat Wave

Human-caused climate change is tied to increasingly extreme weather, and U.N. climate agency projections say the next five years are likely to shatter more heat records.

Scientists track Istanbul's resident dolphins for 30 years

Scientists have been monitoring dolphins in the Bosporus and the Marmara Sea for nearly 30 years, using the marine mammals as indicators of ecosystem health while tracking how envi...

Bumper haul of Pacific bluefin tuna a double-edged sword for Japan’s fishermen

Climate change may be altering marine life, with serious consequences for those whose livelihoods have long depended on the sea.

Best proverb of the day: 'The ocean keeps every secret, but charges salt for storage'

The ocean stands as a vast archive, modifying its essence with every new element it encounters. This mirrors the way human memory and organizational structures evolve through absorbed experiences. Current scientific findings reveal rising carbon dioxide levels are reshaping ocean chemistry, leading to acidification. Moreover, relentless plastic pollution has invaded even the most secluded oceanic depths. Similarly, digital records and unresolved disputes in workplaces exemplify transformation in our lives.

Warmer seas bring endangered whale shark to Jeju coast

Warmer seas bring endangered whale shark to Jeju coast

Africa: Global Leaders Say Ocean Is No Longer Optional in Climate Action

[allAfrica] Mombasa, Kenya -- As temperatures climb, scientists warn the seas are approaching a perilous tipping point. Warming oceans are changing marine ecosystems and elevating climate risks to communities across the globe, from dying coral reefs and loss of biodiversity to more severe floods and threats to food security.

Scientists Identify Swaths of Coral Reefs That Might Be Able to Withstand Climate Change, Offering New Avenues for Conservation

New research has mapped more than 64,000 square miles where the crucial habitat seems to be somewhat protected from the impacts of the warming ocean

World's oceans break June heat record as El Nino takes hold

World's oceans break June heat record as El Nino takes hold

Pacific ocean a 'forever chemical' hotspot for whales

Widespread, long-living and top of the food chain, dolphins and other toothed whales are thought to be ideal indicators of forever chemical exposure in oceans.

Ocean warming, marine heatwaves and sea-level rise pose increasing risk in South-West Pacific region: WMO

Ocean warming, marine heatwaves and sea-level rise pose increasing risk in South-West Pacific region: WMO

Is the Trump administration on the verge of further endangering North Atlantic right whales?

Experts say maritime slow zones protect the whales, but a major rollback of these rules could be on the horizon. The post Is the Trump administration on the verge of further endangering North Atlantic right whales? appeared first on Boston.com.

Record-Breaking Heat Wave Across Europe Signals Harsh Future of Climate Change

Scientists have stated that climate change is making record-breaking heat waves more frequent and intense.

General : DOF Plants 3,750 Coral Seedlings In Sabah For World Oceans Week 2026

PUTRAJAYA, June 23 (Bernama) -- The Department of Fisheries (DOF) has planted 3,750 first-generation coral seedlings at the Layang-Layang Reef in Sabah, covering an area of 5,000 square metres, in conjunction with World Oceans Week 2026 as part of efforts to strengthen the recovery of the nation's marine ecosystems.

Ocean Temperatures Hit Record June High as Scientists Warn of Uncharted Territory

The world's oceans logged their hottest June on record in 2026, with average sea surface temperatures reaching 20.98°C, surpassing previous highs as El Niño strengthens and scientists warn the pace of ocean warming may now exceed what climate models projected.

Humpback whales visiting coast earlier each year – study

Humpback whales are visiting the Irish coastline, earlier each year, correlating with rising global ocean temperatures, according to new academic research.

Probiotic Found to Slow Disease Spread Among Florida Coral

A beneficial bacterial probiotic is restoring hope for mitigating disease spread in corals off the coast of Florida. In a new study, scientists have investigated the effectiveness of a compound produced by the probiotic strain MCH1-7 for combating the deadly stony coral tissue loss disease. MCH1-7 was first uncovered by scientists from the Smithsonian Marine [] The post Probiotic Found to Slow Disease Spread Among Florida Coral appeared first on EcoWatch.

Helping to Rescue Coral Reefs Under Climate Change Threats

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Regional scientists, Marine Biologists, and conservation leaders met in Miami recently to try and find practical solutions to one the greatest threats facing Caribbean coral reefs.

Shark sightings spike near America's beaches as July 4 crowds head to shore for weekend

From New Smyrna Beach to Cape Cod, shark activity is highest right now as experts explain why and share beach safety tips for the Fourth of July weekend.

More coral reefs may survive global heating than scientists once thought

A new global analysis maps reefs with the greatest potential to withstand warmer temperatures, strengthening calls for their protection.

100,000 dolphins killed in the Black Sea because of Russia’s war, Ukrainian scientist warns: “We may lose a unique ecosystem”

Researchers say documented strandings represent only a fraction of the true toll because an estimated 95 of dolphin carcasses sink before they can be counted.

Global Ocean Temperatures Set New June Record

Global ocean surface temperatures have reached a new record for June, CNN reported, adding another clear sign of how much heat is being stored in the ...

56 dead dolphins in a month: Scientists warn Black Sea ecosystem is at breaking point

Scientists recorded 56 dead dolphins along the Black Sea coast near the Tuzly Lagoons National Nature Park during June 2026, blaming their deaths on sea mine explosions and the effects of Russian attacks.

Lubang biru terumbu karang ditemukan di Laut China Selatan

BEIJING: Lubang biru terumbu karang pertama China, lekukan semula jadi besar di dasar laut, dikenal pasti di perairan berhampiran Pulau Huangyan di Laut China Selatan, dan didapati menjadi kawasan tumpuan biodiversiti. Menurut laporan yang dikeluarkan pada Khamis, teknologi DNA alam sekitar digunakan oleh saintis untuk mengesan lebih daripada 2,700 spesies marin di dalam dan sekitar ... Read more The post Lubang biru terumbu karang ditemukan di Laut China Selatan appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.

European climate watchdog says ocean temperatures hit record in June

European climate watchdog says ocean temperatures hit record in June

June 2026 in Western Europe temperatures break record as hottest in history — Copernicus

According to Samantha Burgess, strategic lead at the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts, June 2026 underscored how profoundly the climate is changing

An Adorable Puppy-Eyed Seal Is the Star of These Award-Winning Photos

Other winners of the ocean life photo contest include penguins in Beatles formation, crabby-looking dolphins, and cuttlefish abstaining from a death match to win over the girl.

Florida Red Tide Stays Quiet: Clear Beaches And Low Cell Counts Reported Ahead Of Holiday

Florida beaches are seeing a stretch of clear conditions this week, with state wildlife officials reporting only minimal traces of red tide along the coast. According to the latest data from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), the organism responsible for red tide, Karenia brevis, appeared at mere “background concentrations” in just three [] Florida Red Tide Stays Quiet: Clear Beaches And Low Cell Counts Reported Ahead Of Holiday

Oceans set June heat record

Paris, July 2: The world's oceans just experienced their hottest June on record and could set fresh highs in the months...