Something is hiding in the seafloor of Patagonia. A recent expedition in the waters of the Melimoyu reserve detected a concerning expansion of Metridium senile, a surprising invasive species that preys on and displaces native underwater species.
This could affect...
In the depths of the North Pacific, a volcanic colossus is preparing for a new eruption. This is the **Mount Axial**, (https://noticiasambientales.com/medio-ambiente/la-erupcion-de-un-volcan-submarino-hizo-emerger-una-nueva-isla-en-japon/) the size of Madrid that, fortunately, is far from any inhabited area. According to a study published...
Argentinian beaches are not only known for their natural beauty and summer environment, but also for an impressive phenomenon that, at times, illuminates the sea with bluish and greenish tones: marine bioluminescence, better known as fluorescent waves.
Marine bioluminescence is...
The Fundación Fauna Argentina launched a pioneering initiative in Mar del Plata regarding the study of elephant seals.
To analyze the migratory routes of the specimens that arrive on the city's shores, they began to mark them with a non-invasive...
Red hydrocorals, despite their appearance similar to a plant or rock, are marine animals that remain immobile throughout their lives. Recently, colonies of a species called Errina antarctica were found in the Strait of Magellan, in southern Chile. This...
Researchers have embarked on an ambitious mission to explore the seafloor, revealing a vibrant and life-filled ecosystem near the hydrothermal vents, located more than 2,500 meters below sea level.
This expedition, carried out aboard the Falkor vessel at the East...
China has taken huge steps in the development of renewable energies, especially in the marine field, but its ambitious progress could come at a high cost. In its eagerness to lead the energy transition, the Asian giant has strongly...
Very close to the rest of the Atlantic Coast and just four hours away from Buenos Aires, an enormous beach with an ecological reserve appears, ideal for resting. Moreover, it is perfect for those who want to be in...
The ocean is much more than a vast blue expanse. These enormous bodies of water regulate the climate, generate half of the oxygen we breathe, and host an astonishing biodiversity. However, it faces serious threats such as pollution, overfishing,...
Efficient desalination of seawater is a good strategy to address freshwater scarcity, but existing processes consume a lot of energy and leave a large carbon footprint.
Up to 36% of the world's 8 billion inhabitants currently suffer from severe freshwater...
