A new NASA study reveals significant global declines in microscopic ocean plant-life, or phytoplankton, which form the base of the marine food chain. This research is the first to analyze

A new NASA study reveals significant global declines in microscopic ocean plant-life, or phytoplankton, which form the base of the marine food chain. This research is the first to analyze long-term phytoplankton community trends using NASA satellite data.

Diatoms, the largest type of phytoplankton, decreased over 1% annually from 1998 to 2012, particularly in the North Pacific, North Indian, and Equatorial Indian oceans. This reduction could impact the amount of atmospheric carbon dioxide absorbed and stored in the deep ocean. Dr. Cecile Rousseaux is featured.

This public domain video is available for download at http://svs.gsfc.nasa.gov/goto?12009.

We can’t imagine Yellowstone without wolves, the Everglades without alligators, or the U.S. without bald eagles. A world without wildlife is unthinkable.

The Endangered Species Act (ESA)

We can’t imagine Yellowstone without wolves, the Everglades without alligators, or the U.S. without bald eagles. A world without wildlife is unthinkable.

The Endangered Species Act (ESA) has protected these iconic species and many others. Its continued success relies on our commitment to protect it.

Despite its small size (8-10 inches), the blue-ringed octopus is one of the planet's most venomous animals. Its bright blue rings serve as a clear warning to potential predators.

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Despite its small size (8-10 inches), the blue-ringed octopus is one of the planet's most venomous animals. Its bright blue rings serve as a clear warning to potential predators.

Learn more in Oceana's Marine Life Encyclopedia.

An economic downturn is currently impacting company bottom lines. This raises a critical question: will purpose be abandoned?

However, the long-term view suggests the economy will rebound.

An economic downturn is currently impacting company bottom lines. This raises a critical question: will purpose be abandoned?

However, the long-term view suggests the economy will rebound. Stakeholders will remember if purpose was discarded during these challenging times.

Observe a lynx as it leaps over a beaver dam within Alaska's Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. These remarkable felines possess an impressive jumping ability, capable of clearing over 20 feet from a

Observe a lynx as it leaps over a beaver dam within Alaska's Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. These remarkable felines possess an impressive jumping ability, capable of clearing over 20 feet from a crouched stance.

Their long, powerful hind legs are a key evolutionary adaptation. This specialized anatomy allows them to effectively ambush prey, particularly when navigating and hunting in deep snow environments.

Wildlife officials successfully released a bobcat kitten back into the wild. The animal, nicknamed "Mr. Murderbritches," was returned to its natural habitat.

The relocation occurred after

Wildlife officials successfully released a bobcat kitten back into the wild. The animal, nicknamed "Mr. Murderbritches," was returned to its natural habitat.

The relocation occurred after the bobcat was caught preying on chickens in Kanarraville, Utah. Officials ensured its safe return following the incident.

The Arctic tern holds the record for the longest migration of any animal on Earth.

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