Oceans

Increasing demand for this seemingly abundant and common material harms human and natural communities — and fuels a lucrative and dangerous illegal industry.

As wind energy develops in the Atlantic Ocean, experts unite to ensure it’s done in the most eco-friendly and environmentally responsible way.

Rising sea levels may cause the local extinction of three small, threatened vertebrates in southern Brazil.

Meet the Fab Five: A combination of visual and virtual community engagement tools using charismatic species to help win hearts and minds toward saving the ocean.

Its growth driven to epic levels by climate change and fertilizer runoff, sargassum puts dozens of species — and people — at risk.

As oyster reefs have declined, other marine species have suffered and coastal storm damage has increased. Innovative programs are starting to help.

Scientists warn that rising sea surface temperatures and more frequent marine heat waves will have profound effects on ocean dwellers.

Ocean waters warmed by climate change could open the door for marine invasive species in one of the world’s most pristine ecosystems.

Researchers in Florida are testing an artificial reef planted with live corals.

Improving the success of sexual reproduction is another tool for restoring the world’s coral reefs.