Ocean Acidification : Science World Report

Nov 12, 2015 09:33 AM EST

Sharks May Lose Their Hunting Abilities and Sense of Smell with Climate Change

Climate change may drastically impact the hunting ability of sharks. As CO2 levels increase and as ocean waters warm, researchers have found that sharks may be unable to meet their energy demands.

Nov 06, 2015 04:35 PM EST

Invasive Marine Species Benefiting From High Carbon Dioxide Levels

In a recent study, researchers found that marine invasive species such as jellyfish and algae are benefiting from rising carbon dioxide levels in the ocean. These invasive species are inhabiting new areas of the planet, where they are destroying ecosystems.

Nov 06, 2015 04:35 PM EST

Invasive Marine Species Benefiting From High Carbon Dioxide Levels

In a recent study, researchers found that marine invasive species such as jellyfish and algae are benefiting from rising carbon dioxide levels in the ocean. These invasive species are inhabiting new areas of the planet, where they are destroying ecosystems.

Nov 02, 2015 09:17 PM EST

Acidifying Waters May be a Major Threat to Creatures in the Southern Ocean

Acidifying waters may pose a threat to the Southern Ocean.

Oct 20, 2015 03:59 PM EDT

Ocean Acidity: Sea Grass Had Better Growth In Acidic Water, According To New Study

A recent study found that sea grass growth increased as water became more acidic.

Sep 12, 2015 08:22 PM EDT

Ocean Acidifcation May Impact Algae by Destroying Their Skeletons

It turns out that ocean acidification may impact oceans more than expected.

Aug 17, 2015 07:41 AM EDT

Climate Change: World's Coral Reefs and Oceans May be Doomed Even with Optimistic Estimates

Scientists have found that even optimistic estimates for what might be achieved at December's Climate Chance Conference will not be enough to save the world's coral reefs.

Aug 13, 2015 10:22 AM EDT

Climate Change: Ocean Acidification May Create Better Parents

Scientists have found that marine organisms living in acidified waters have the tendency to nurture their offspring to a greater extent than those in more regular conditions.

Jul 22, 2015 08:35 AM EDT

Ocean Acidification May Cause Major Food Web Changes with Warming Temperatures

Scientists have found that ocean acidification may cause some major changes in the ocean's food chain due to its effect on phytoplankton communities.

Jul 03, 2015 08:42 PM EDT

Climate Change: Oceans May be at Severe Risk with Rising Carbon Dioxide

Scientists have found that our oceans need an immediate and substantial reduction of anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions, or else we're liable to see far-reaching and potentially irreversible impacts on marine ecosystems.

Jul 02, 2015 08:17 AM EDT

Ocean Acidification May be a Huge Risk to Alaska Shellfish Hatcheries

Ocean acidification may take a huge toll on shellfish hatcheries.

Jun 30, 2015 08:09 AM EDT

Pink Salmon at Risk of Acidification in Oceans and Freshwater with CO2 Increases from Climate Change

Pink salmon may be more affected by ocean acidification than other species. Researchers have found that salmon that being life in freshwater with high concentrations are carbon dioxide are smaller and may be less likely to survive.