Rare box jellyfish spotted in Gulf of Eilat waters

British tourists warned over 'fish that can bite your toes off' detected in sea

The silver-cheeked pufferfish, also known as Lagocephalus sceleratus, is normally found in the Indian Ocean but has now been spotted in the Mediterranean after entering through the Suez Canal

Warming seas bring jellyfish, sharks closer to Korea's beaches

As Korea enters the height of summer, warming seas are bringing an unwelcome visitor to its coasts: jellyfish. Marine experts say rising water temperatures are driving a sharp increase in venomous jellyfish, posing growing risks not only to beachgoers but also to fishermen and coastal industries. The greatest concern is Nomura's jellyfish, one of the world's largest jellyfish species that usually originates off the coast of China and drifts into Korean waters on ocean currents. It can grow up to

Search operation underway for missing spearfisher in Crete

Greek Coast Guard authorities are conducting an extensive search for a 65-year-old spearfisher who went missing off Frangokastello beach on the southwest coast of Crete.

Warning for UK holidaymakers as toxic fish spotted in 5 tourist hotspots - full list

First recorded in the eastern Mediterranean in 2003 and Greek waters in 2005, the silver-cheeked pufferfish population has exploded in recent years.

Stinging jellyfish are increasing in Swedish waters as new species arrive

Stinging jellyfish are increasing in Swedish waters as new species arrive

A Toxic Pufferfish Is Invading Greece: What Swimmers Need to Know

The invasive silver-cheeked pufferfish (Lagocephalus sceleratus) has spread through Greek waters and is now posing a serious threat to fisheries, marine ecosystems, and public health if eaten. Stefanos Kalogirou, Associate Professor at the Agricultural University of Athens, told Greek Reporter that the pufferfish can now be found across a wide geographical range in Greece, “from []

Marine Biologists Discover 31 Potential New Species in Just 2 Weeks at Sea

An advanced research vessel off the coast of Brazil has ID’ed a new cousin to crabs and lobsters, nine new jellyfish, and two gigantic single-celled organisms visible to the naked eye.

Desperate search for US Marine missing off the coast of California

The Marine was reported missing from the USS Anchorage shortly after midnight on Thursday

Lone Atlantic Sample Sparks Red Tide Blip, But Florida Coastlines Stay Largely Clear

Florida’s coastal waters are showing almost no signs of red tide activity, save for a lone detection on the Atlantic side of the state. In its latest weekly update, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) reported that the red tide organism, Karenia brevis, was found at minimum “background concentrations” in exactly one sample [] Lone Atlantic Sample Sparks Red Tide Blip, But Florida Coastlines Stay Largely Clear

Stolen boat belonging to Sea Scouts has been found, suspect arrested

A stolen boat belonging to the Sea Scouts that went missing in March has finally been found in Marina Del Rey, and a suspect is in custody. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/ktla?sub_confirmation=1

Rare marine life draws divers, researchers to Malaysia's Si Amil Island

Rare marine life draws divers, researchers to Malaysia's Si Amil Island

U.S. military searching for Marine missing off San Diego coast

Officials say multiple agencies are searching for a U.S. Marine who went missing during a training exercise off the San Diego coast.

Whyalla wipeout fears: cuttlefish usually gather in their thousands, but few have appeared since a massive algal bloom

Divers have observed just a ‘couple of dozen’ of the cephalopods along the heritage-listed Cuttlefish Coast in South Australia, causing locals and marine scientists to worryGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastMid-June is usually the peak time for giant Australian cuttlefish to gather near Whyalla, in South Australia’s Spencer gulf.Nearly every year, they come in their thousands – and sometimes hundreds of thousands – to assemble in the shallows to breed. It’s a globally unique natural phenomenon, celebrated locally as “Cuttlefest”. Continue reading...

(LEAD) Hanwha Ocean picked as preferred bidder for 7.8 tln-won Navy destroyer project

SEOUL, July 2 (Yonhap) -- Hanwha Ocean Co. said Thursday it has been selected as...

Toxic pufferfish with vicious bite and lethal flesh invade Mediterranean tourist hotspots as Greece scrambles to install sea barriers

Toxic pufferfish with vicious bite and lethal flesh invade Mediterranean tourist hotspots as Greece scrambles to install sea barriers

Two Arrested After Stolen Fish sold with Medicine Residues

The Guardia Civil has arrested two men, aged 43 and 36, after stolen fish from aquaculture farms was allegedly introduced into the commercial market using false documentation. The fish, mainly sea bass and amberjack, had reportedly been stolen from fish-farm cages and sold as wild-caught fish. Health tests later confirmed the presence of veterinary medicine [] The post Two Arrested After Stolen Fish sold with Medicine Residues appeared first on The Leader - The No. 1 Spanish Newspaper - Spain News, Sport, Spanish Property for Sale, Business Directory, Classifieds, and Advertising.

Subsidy plan for the hunt for toxic pufferfish in Greek waters and the proposal to let nature take its course

The toxic pufferfish, an invasive species that entered the Mediterranean through the Suez Canal, has become a critical issue in several parts of Greece The post Subsidy plan for the hunt for toxic pufferfish in Greek waters and the proposal to let nature take its course appeared first on ProtoThema English.

Scottburgh High learners’ unforgettable octopus encounter inspires new generation of ocean guardians

An unexpected and exciting encounter with a well-camouflaged octopus became the highlight of an unforgettable morning for ten members of Scottburgh High School’s Enviro Club as they took part in the Mission Blue Aliwal Shoal Hope Spot Youth Ambassador Programme at the Park Rynie tidal pool on Saturday, 27 June. Under the guidance of []

ROK recovers missing sailor after search near maritime border with North Korea

The body of a South Korean navy sailor who went missing from a warship was recovered Monday in waters near the maritime border with North Korea, a day after Seoul asked Pyongyang to cooperate in its search efforts. A South Korean patrol boat spotted the dead sailor at 5:58 a.m. KST, around 52 kilometers (32 []

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.

Search for missing Marine lost from USS Anchorage in training off Southern California becomes recovery mission

An effort to locate a Marine missing from the USS Anchorage during integrated training off the Southern California coast has turned to a recovery effort, Navy officials announced late Saturday, June 27. The Marine was aboard the amphibious ship ...

Police searching for missing swimmer at Swakop beach

The police in the Erongo region have launched a search for a man who disappeared in the sea while swimming at a beach near Platz am Meer Mall at Swakopmund. The incident happened on Thursday. Erongo police spokesperson senior inspector Hilma Shomongula says one blue sandal and a navy blue jacket were recovered at the [] The post Police searching for missing swimmer at Swakop beach appeared first on The Namibian.

Putin’s superyacht moved to northern Russian port, likely to protect it from Ukrainian drones

A yacht linked to Russian President Vladimir Putin has been spotted at the port of Severomorsk, near Murmansk, Danish public broadcaster DR has found.

Warmer seas bring endangered whale shark to Jeju coast

Warmer seas bring endangered whale shark to Jeju coast

US Navy suspends search for sailor missing after helicopter crash in Arabian Sea

Sailor was reported missing on July 1 after MH-60S Sea Hawk made emergency water landing

Pentagon identifies Marine lost at sea off Southern California coast

The U.S. military has identified the Marine who was lost at sea off the coast of Southern California as Lance Cpl. Armando Ortiz Canseco, 21, of Minnesota. Canseco was declared deceased on Saturday after he was reported missing from amphibious transport dock ship USS Anchorage Thursday, “prompting an extensive search and rescue operation,” according to []...Click to read more

Reef balls cast for sustainable fisheries

Reef balls cast for sustainable fisheries

DPP local election candidate caught for illegal sea urchin harvesting

Taipei, July 1 (CNA) A Democratic Progressive Party (DPP)-nominated candidate for the Magong City Council was among six individuals caught illegally harvesting sea urchins in outlying Penghu County on Tuesday, the day before the fishing season opened.

Search underway for missing Navy aircrewman in Arabian Sea

Search underway for missing Navy aircrewman in Arabian Sea

Bizarre discoveries under Sydney Harbour | 9 News Australia

#EXCLUSIVE: A team of divers have made some surprising discoveries under Circular Quay, as works to fortify the sea floor reach the next stage. #9News

Scientists Discover New Deep-Sea Ghost Shark Species Off Costa Rica

A team of Costa Rican and Brazilian scientists has identified a new species of deep-sea fish living in the Pacific waters off Costa Rica, highlighting how much of our country’s marine biodiversity remains unexplored. The newly described species, Rhinochimaera costaricana, belongs to a little-known group of cartilaginous fishes known as long-nosed chimaeras, sometimes called ghost [] The post Scientists Discover New Deep-Sea Ghost Shark Species Off Costa Rica appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

Pacific to plate: How the catch of the day ends up at high-end seafood restaurants

This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. At Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub in Oceanside last week, two plates of mackerel sushi displayed varieties of the silvery fish. One featured Aji, or Spanish mackerel, a soft fish with a sweet, mild flavor garnished with scallion, ginger, and soy-citrus sauce. Next to []

Greece is paying fishermen to catch toxic toadfish invading the warming Mediterranean

Greece has launched a cash incentive for fishermen to catch toxic silver-cheeked toadfish as the invasive species spreads through the Mediterranean due to warming seas linked to climate change

General : Fisherman Reported Missing Found Drowned

GEORGE TOWN, June 26 (Bernama) -- A local crew member, reported missing after allegedly falling from a fishing boat in waters near Pulau Kendi, Batu Maung, on Wednesday, was found drowned near Pulau Betong today.