A study in California's Point Reyes peninsula reveals river otters are killing brown pelicans in significant numbers, with 73 deaths recorded over 19 visits. Observations suggest pelicans may be learning to flee from otters.
A Stage 0 river restoration project on the National Trust's Holnicote Estate in Somerset has shown significant benefits, including reduced flood peaks by 38%, improved water quality with 41% less turbidity, and the creation of 7 hectares of wetlands supporting diverse wildlife.
Texas officials declare Lake Meredith fully infested with zebra mussels, native to Eurasia, posing risks to ecosystems, infrastructure, and recreation, with concerns of further westward spread beyond state lines.
A study on pearly razorfish in Spain's Balearic Islands reveals heavy fishing may induce epigenetic changes, affecting gene regulation without altering DNA sequences, potentially impacting fish populations beyond just numbers.
A study in the Balearic Islands reveals that intense fishing pressure on pearly razorfish may induce epigenetic changes, affecting gene regulation without altering DNA sequences, potentially impacting the species' biology.
Scientists documented orcas off Cabo San Lucas using a "stabilize-and-ram" technique to break sunfish into fragments, possibly for easier feeding for younger orcas or for play. This specialized behavior, also observed in Baja California, is being studied to understand its purpose.
The UK's tribute act scene is flourishing, offering affordable live music to low- to middle-income families amidst a cost of living crisis. These acts, often highly skilled, are crucial for the survival of grassroots music venues, contributing millions to the industry despite facing an 'elitist attitude'.
Orcas in Mexico's Gulf of California have been filmed using a new "ram-to-fragment" hunting technique, where they team up to ram sunfish carcasses with such force that they explode into small pieces. This behavior, documented in a new paper, may aid juvenile feeding or be a form of play.
Beijing's maritime safety administration announced a two-day military drill near Dongshan Island, Fujian province, following remarks by Taiwan's Lai Ching-te, who called on DPP members to oppose 'red terror' from Beijing. China's Taiwan Affairs Office criticized Lai's 'Taiwan independence' stance.
A bear found stranded atop a 35ft telephone pole near Gladstone, New Mexico, died from electrocution before wildlife officials could safely rescue it. A 911 operator had previously stated that tranquilizing the animal while on the pole could cause it to fall.
Orcas in the Gulf of California have been filmed using a previously unrecorded hunting technique to dismember giant sunfish. They coordinate to hold and ram the fish, breaking it into thousands of pieces, possibly to aid younger orcas in feeding or for play.
China's maritime safety administration announced military drills east and south of Dongshan Island on Thursday and Friday, following remarks by Taiwan's DPP leader Lai, who called on party members to oppose Beijing's "red terror," which China condemned as challenging the one-China principle.
Scientists have documented a novel 'ram-to-fragment' hunting technique used by orcas in the Gulf of California, where they cooperatively ram sunfish with extreme force. This behavior, observed in 2024 and 2025, may help younger orcas feed or serve as a form of play.
Marine scientists observed orcas off Baja California using a cooperative high-speed ramming technique to butcher large sunfish, breaking them into manageable portions for communal feeding and juvenile learning. This behavior, documented in the journal Frontiers in Ethology, highlights the sophisticated hunting strategies of killer whales.
Orcas have been observed ramming giant sunfish so forcefully that the prey explodes, an act scientists suggest may be a form of play or a method to break fish for juveniles. Documented off Mexico's coast, this behavior highlights orca cognitive sophistication and raises concerns about wildlife tourism.
Researchers in Vermont discovered a transmissible skin cancer, resembling black tar, spreading among brown bullhead catfish in Lake Memphremagog. The cancer, identified as melanoma, appears to be infectious, with tumor cells escaping hosts and infecting new fish, offering potential clues for human cancer metastasis.
British and Australian scientists conducted an experiment in Australia's Great Barrier Reef, using underwater loudspeakers to play healthy reef sounds in damaged areas. This artificial soundscape successfully doubled fish numbers and increased species diversity, suggesting a novel approach to coral reef restoration by influencing fish behavior.
Russia maintains its position among the world's top five countries by aquatic biological resources harvested, with its fishing industry showing stable results, fully meeting domestic needs and export objectives. Salmon catches increased over 40% in 2025, and pollock catches exceeded 2 million metric tons, the highest in 25 years.
Invasive sea lampreys, dubbed 'vampire fish,' devastate Great Lakes fish populations, impacting a multi-billion dollar industry. A US-Canada partnership and a chemical lampricide control them, but a 2020-21 lapse saw populations surge. New legislation proposes $500M to find solutions for this and other invasive species.
A study in the Netherlands found that a floating solar farm on Bomhofsplas lake may support biodiversity. Researchers observed bird sounds suggesting nesting and found underwater shelters attracted hundreds of fish and thousands of invertebrates, indicating well-designed farms can benefit local ecosystems.
Florida recycled over 500,000 tonnes of oyster and clam shells from restaurants into the Gulf of Mexico since 2007. Initially doubted, this effort successfully restored damaged marine habitats, improved water quality, boosted fish populations, and protected coastlines, inspiring similar programs across several US states.
A Human Rights Watch report alleges that civilians in Ecuador faced attacks and abuses, including torture and arbitrary detention, during joint US-Ecuador military operations targeting organised crime. The report details incidents near the Colombia border and at sea, prompting HRW to urge the US Congress for greater oversight of the partnership.
A study at the Bomhofsplas Solar Farm in the Netherlands found bird sounds suggesting nesting under panels and underwater shelters attracting hundreds of fish and thousands of invertebrates. This indicates that well-designed floating solar farms can support biodiversity, reduce water evaporation, and improve panel performance.
A deep-water coral reef off Benin, believed dead for 60 years, has been rediscovered alive and thriving over 50 meters below the ocean surface by the COREB project. Using sonar and deep-sea imaging, researchers found a healthy mesophotic ecosystem with various fish and coral species.
