Tag Archives: invasive species

Be Wary of the New Fish in Town

Posted on March 24, 2017 by jjf5

Many aquariums boast exhibits of exotic fish from faraway places. While these may seem like harmless attractions behind the glass, these fish don’t always stay behind glass. Oftentimes, these foreign fish are released into local waters, altering their new environment. In my … Continue reading →

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Unexplained Coral Deaths Plague Pristine Flower Garden Banks

Posted on March 22, 2017 by ak56

Now that I’ve introduced the Flower Garden Banks in a broad sense, I can get into the specifics of the conservation status of this National Marine Sanctuary. It’s pretty much common knowledge at this point that globally, coral reefs are … Continue reading →

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An Unlikely Invasion: A Threat to Oceans Everywhere

Posted on February 20, 2017 by ssp3

They call the United States the melting pot because the country is a perfect example of diversity. But, it is not only the land that houses such diversity, the oceans that surround the U.S. are also homes to highly biodiverse … Continue reading →

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