There was a time when biologist Christine Gabriele wondered if she’d ever see one of her favorite creatures again.
Oceans
NOAA investigates death of local whale calf from apparent vessel strike
NOAA is still investigating what happened to Tango, but a post-mortem exam on Saturday revealed injuries consistent with a vessel strike.
Sunflower stars take center stage in kelp research
Sea stars may not intimidate us humans, but to a population of sea urchins, they’re a formidable predator.
This video from a humpback ‘whale spa’ shows skin care is serious — and social
Footage of humpback whales exfoliating their skin with sand offer new insight into these animals’ complex lifestyles deep beneath the ocean.
Alaska harvesters and scientists are concerned about the health of black seaweed
Harvesters are having to travel farther and farther to find the seaweed, which is an important traditional food source.
Tsunami warning canceled following strong earthquake off Alaska Peninsula
A 7.8 magnitude earthquake triggered a tsunami warning for the Alaska Peninsula and Kodiak Island. The warning was later downgraded to an advisory and was canceled altogether by 1 a.m. Sunday.