Patterns of Glowing Sharks Get Clearer with Depth
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 5 May 2016
Researchers from Scripps and partners found catsharks can see their own green biofluorescence, enhancing contrast at depth. Using a custom “shark-eye” camera, they suggest this glow helps sharks recognize and communicate with each other.
Keywords: Scripps Oceanography, catshark, biofluorescence, shark vision, marine biology, underwater communication, shark-eye camera
Scientifically, This Was Still a Monster El Niño Year
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 5 May 2016
The 2015–16 El Niño brought less rain to Southern California than predicted but delivered record ocean observations, major coastal erosion, species shifts, and rich climate data that will guide future forecasts, resilience planning, and sea-level rise studies.
Keywords: Scripps Oceanography, El Niño 2015-16, climate data, coastal erosion, Argo program
Aided by Scripps Oceanography, Pacific Island Country Launches Plan to Protect Marine Life
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Published: 12 May 2016
Palau launched a Monitoring, Control and Surveillance Plan to protect its vast marine sanctuary. Scripps scientists helped design the network, using advanced tech to combat illegal fishing, boost climate resilience, and enhance ocean monitoring.
Keywords: Oceanography, ocean monitoring, climate resilience, sea-level rise, ocean acidification
