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How To Help Our Oceans Before It's Too Late - Tobias Friedrich

How To Help Our Oceans Before It's Too Late - Tobias Friedrich

'Paradise Lost' How To Help Our Oceans Before It's Too Late

In the past 50 years, Earth's oceans have been depleted and acidified to alarming degrees. Sylvia Earle, a longtime marine scientist, explains her plan to save at least a small part of them -- along with our planet. Von Philip Bethge

The Red Canal Uncertainties Surround Nicaragua's New Waterway Project

Nicaragua is soon to begin construction on a new canal connecting the Caribbean Sea with the Pacific Ocean. But even as up to 30,000 people face resettlement, details on the Chinese-funded mega-project remain sparse. Von Jens Gluesing

Dolphins May be Dumber Than We Think - Monash University/ dpa

Dolphins May be Dumber Than We Think - Monash University/ dpa

Flipper Fail Dolphins May be Dumber Than We Think

For decades, it's been common knowledge that dolphins are among the world's smartest species. Now some researchers -- and a new book -- argue the supposed underwater geniuses aren't so special after all. Von Philip Bethge

Russia Blamed for Failed Nature Reserve Talks - AP/dpa

Russia Blamed for Failed Nature Reserve Talks - AP/dpa

Antarctic Angst Russia Blamed for Failed Nature Reserve Talks

Hopes had been high for the creation of two vast nature preserves off the coast of Antarctica. But a key meeting in Germany ended without agreement. Environmental groups are pointing their fingers at Russia.

Jellyfish Threaten the World's Seas - YOMIURI SHIMBUN/ AFP

Jellyfish Threaten the World's Seas - YOMIURI SHIMBUN/ AFP

Monsters of the Deep Jellyfish Threaten the World's Seas

Jellyfish infestations along beaches worldwide are troubling tourists and scientists alike. It is a creature that thrives on over-fishing and pollution. But how dangerous is it for the ecosystem? Von Samiha Shafy

Nuclear Waste Barrels Litter English Channel - ARTE

Nuclear Waste Barrels Litter English Channel - ARTE

Radiating Remnants Nuclear Waste Barrels Litter English Channel

German journalists have discovered barrels of radioactive waste on the floor of the English Channel, just a handful of thousands dumped there decades ago. It was previously thought the material had dissipated. Now politicians are calling for the removal of the potentially harmful containers. Von Nicola Kuhrt

Anglers Pull in Tropical Fish from the Frigid Baltic - dapd

Anglers Pull in Tropical Fish from the Frigid Baltic - dapd

Fish Tales Anglers Pull in Tropical Fish from the Frigid Baltic

Fishermen in northern Germany have found an ocean sunfish in the Baltic Sea -- an odd habitat for the species, which usually lives in tropical waters. The specimen died soon after it was found and is now in the hands of researchers at the German Maritime Museum.

Wild Europe Berlin Photo Show Highlights Continent's Natural Gems

Spectacular wildlife photography often depicts African lions or penguins waddling across Antarctic snow. But an exhibition on tour in Europe is shining a spotlight on natural wonders closer to home. Starting on Tuesday, visitors arriving at Berlin's central train station will be greeted by pictures showcasing Europe's gems. Von Kate Katharina Ferguson

UN Climate Body Struggling to Pinpoint Rising Sea Levels - STR/ REUTERS

UN Climate Body Struggling to Pinpoint Rising Sea Levels - STR/ REUTERS

Contradictory Studies UN Climate Body Struggling to Pinpoint Rising Sea Levels

The United Nations' forecast of how quickly global sea levels will rise this century is vital in determining how much money might be needed to combat the phenomenon. But predictions by researchers vary wildly, and the attempt to find consensus has become fractious. Von Axel Bojanowski

Scientists Tip the Scales Against Anglers - ? Paulo Santos / Reuters/ REUTERS

Scientists Tip the Scales Against Anglers - ? Paulo Santos / Reuters/ REUTERS

The Hook That Hurts Scientists Tip the Scales Against Anglers

Bad news for angling enthusiasts: Fish might be much more than the mere reflex machines previously thought. New research shows that they are apparently conscious of and can suffer from pain, and scientists are calling for them to be treated the same as mammals and birds. Von Günther Stockinger

Oceans Threatened by Rising Acidity and Overfishing - MOHAMMED DABBOUS/ REUTERS

Oceans Threatened by Rising Acidity and Overfishing - MOHAMMED DABBOUS/ REUTERS

Dangerous Waters Oceans Threatened by Rising Acidity and Overfishing

Emissions of CO2 don't just have a negative effect on our climate. Oceans, which absorb a quarter of all carbon dioxide released, have become drastically more acidic in recent years. Should the trend continue, it could have dramatic effects on marine life.

Sea Level Could Rise in South, Fall in North - POOL/ REUTERS

Sea Level Could Rise in South, Fall in North - POOL/ REUTERS

The Uncertainties of Global Warming Sea Level Could Rise in South, Fall in North

Climate change is expected to cause sea levels to rise -- at least in some parts of the world. Elsewhere, the level of the ocean will actually fall. Scientists are trying to get a better picture of the complex phenomenon, which also depends on a host of natural factors. Von Gerald Traufetter

Berlin Wants Help for Waning Bluefin Tuna Stocks - JUSTIN SULLIVAN/ AFP

Berlin Wants Help for Waning Bluefin Tuna Stocks - JUSTIN SULLIVAN/ AFP

Going, Going, Gone? Berlin Wants Help for Waning Bluefin Tuna Stocks

The plight of the Atlantic bluefin tuna is at the forefront of a European spat. Germany has spoken out in favor of the European Commission's plans to protect flagging fish stocks. Fishing nations France, Spain and Italy, however, want to maintain current catch levels for the favorite sushi dish.

Wind Turbines Create Artificial Reef - A2942 Ingo Wagner/ dpa

Wind Turbines Create Artificial Reef - A2942 Ingo Wagner/ dpa

New Biotopes in the North Sea Wind Turbines Create Artificial Reef

A slew of non-native marine species have made their home on the Alpha Ventus wind turbines off the German coast in the North Sea. Scientists say the oysters and crabs, among others, have not affected the structures.

Census of Marine Life Reveals Endless Diversity of Sea Creatures - Museum Victoria / Dr. Julian Finn

Census of Marine Life Reveals Endless Diversity of Sea Creatures - Museum Victoria / Dr. Julian Finn

185,000 Species and Counting Census of Marine Life Reveals Endless Diversity of Sea Creatures

Researchers have compiled an unprecedented catalogue of ocean-dwellers ranging from plankton crabs to the blue whale. They have logged over 185,000 species so far, but that is believed to be only a fraction of the true total. Biologists say research into ocean biodiversity must be speeded up to help counter mounting threats to marine life. Von Cinthia Briseño

A Food Chain Crisis in the World's Oceans - SCOTT TUASON/ AFP

A Food Chain Crisis in the World's Oceans - SCOTT TUASON/ AFP

Phytoplankton's Dramatic Decline A Food Chain Crisis in the World's Oceans

It is the starting point for our oceans' food chain. But stocks of phytoplankton have decreased by 40 percent since 1950, potentially as a result of global warming. It is an astonishing collapse, say researchers, and may have dramatic consequences for both the oceans and for humans. Von Markus Becker

Will Commercial Whaling Soon Become Legal? - Kosta Stamoulis/DPA

Will Commercial Whaling Soon Become Legal? - Kosta Stamoulis/DPA

The Global Battle over the Whales Will Commercial Whaling Soon Become Legal?

This week an international conference is set to rule on whether commercial whaling should be legalized for the next decade. For years now, countries that hunt the massive sea creatures, like Japan, have made an outright ban on whaling impossible. Many are hoping a new compromise could open the door for a permanent ban on whaling in 10 years. Von Rafaela von Bredow

Oil Spill's Real Threat Lies Beneath the Surface - Eric Gay/ AP

Oil Spill's Real Threat Lies Beneath the Surface - Eric Gay/ AP

Hidden Menace in the Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill's Real Threat Lies Beneath the Surface

The Gulf of Mexico spill is vastly larger than the Exxon Valdez accident in 1989, but where is all the oil? While efforts to protect coastlines have been making the headlines, the real ecological catastrophe in the Gulf of Mexico is unfolding deep beneath the water's surface. Von Philip Bethge

Noisy Offshore Wind Park Scares Off Porpoises - A2942 Ingo Wagner/ dpa

Noisy Offshore Wind Park Scares Off Porpoises - A2942 Ingo Wagner/ dpa

Sensitive Hearing Noisy Offshore Wind Park Scares Off Porpoises

They might produce renewable energy, but offshore wind farms are a scourge for porpoises. Researchers have found that construction noise at a turbine site off the German coast has scared away the marine mammals, who depend on their acute hearing. A "bubble curtain" could protect the sensitive cetaceans from future stress.

Oil Slick Could Ride Ocean Current to Pollute Further - ESA / CLS

Oil Slick Could Ride Ocean Current to Pollute Further - ESA / CLS

Danger for Florida Oil Slick Could Ride Ocean Current to Pollute Further

Experts feared that it would happen -- and now it has. The devastating oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico has come in contact with a strong ocean current. As a result, the oil could end up further afield, with unforeseen and potentially devastating consequences. Von Christoph Seidler

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