Study Shows that Lobsters Can Detect Sound
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
Published: 7 July 2021
Lobsters can detect low-frequency sounds via hair-like structures, raising concerns that offshore wind farm noise may impact behavior and communication. Understanding these effects is vital for protecting this valuable fishery.
Keywords: lobsters, sound detection, wind farms, noise pollution, marine invertebrates, behavior
Study Examines the Role of Deep-Sea Microbial Predators at Hydrothermal Vents
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
Published: 15 July 2021
Protistan grazing at Gorda Ridge hydrothermal vents consumes up to 62% of microbial biomass daily, playing a vital role in deep-sea carbon cycling. Baseline data is crucial as interest grows in mining and carbon storage at these unique ecosystems.
Keywords: hydrothermal vents, protists, carbon cycling, deep sea, microbial food webs, grazing
Review Evaluates the Evidence for an Intensifying Indian Ocean Water Cycle
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
Published: 20 July 2021
Indian Ocean warming is rising faster than other basins, but short records hinder distinguishing natural variability from human impact. Researchers call for integrated observations, models, and paleo proxies to improve climate predictions and risk assessment.
Keywords: Indian Ocean, climate change, ocean warming, freshwater balance, paleo proxies, observations
