Marine life on the seafloor around a protected area off the coast of Scotland has recovered significantly following restrictions on bottom trawling, according to new scientific research examining the long-term impact of marine conservation measures. Researchers studying the South Arran Marine Protected Area found substantially higher levels of biodiversity and seabed … [Read more...] about Seabed life triples after bottom trawling ban in Scotland protected area
Sustainable Fishing
Maine’s ‘lobster lady’ Virginia Oliver, who worked decades in the lobster industry, dies at 105
Virginia Oliver, believed to be one of the oldest working lobster fishers in the world, has died at the age of 105 after spending nearly a century hauling traps along the rugged coast of Maine. Born in Rockland, Maine, Oliver began lobstering at just 8 years old, working beside her father and older brother at a time when women were rarely seen on the water. What began as … [Read more...] about Maine’s ‘lobster lady’ Virginia Oliver, who worked decades in the lobster industry, dies at 105
Rainbow Lobster: The Mysterious Migration of the Tropical Rock Lobster (Panulirus ornatus)
In the azure waters of the Pacific, a captivating creature roams, known to marine enthusiasts as the Tropical Rock Lobster or Panulirus ornatus. This magnificent spiny lobster, adorned with a kaleidoscope of colors reminiscent of a rainbow, holds within its lifecycle a mesmerizing tale of migration and survival. The journey of the Tropical Rock Lobster begins with a … [Read more...] about Rainbow Lobster: The Mysterious Migration of the Tropical Rock Lobster (Panulirus ornatus)