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An AI tool called OrcaHello listens underwater 24/7 to detect endangered southern resident orcas, then alerts construction crews and boats to pause or reroute while the whales pass safely. With only 76 of these orcas left, this technology is giving them a fighting chance.
A local fisherman got the shock of his life when a pod of orcas surfaced just meters from his boat in south Auckland's Mangere Bridge. After 66 years on the water, James Papalii had never seen anything like it.
Marine biologists captured stunning footage of orcas using teamwork to explode a giant sunfish underwater, revealing a hunting strategy never documented before. The discovery shows just how creative and intelligent these ocean predators really are.
A pod of around 30 orcas thrilled tourists off England's northeast coast last week, marking one of the largest sightings in decades. The marine giants have returned to waters where fishermen can't remember ever seeing them before.
An AI system listens for endangered orca calls 24/7 and alerts Seattle ships to slow down or pause construction, giving the world's last 76 southern resident orcas a fighting chance. The technology has already detected the whales on 19 days this year.
Scientists turned underwater internet cables into a massive microphone to listen for endangered whales. The breakthrough could protect threatened marine mammals across 870,000 miles of ocean floor.
A world record swimmer encountered a pod of orcas in shallow waters during his 820km journey along New Zealand's coast. The magical moment happened while Jono Ridler swims to raise awareness about stopping harmful fishing practices.
Three marine scientists are pushing back against Canada's proposal to weaken endangered species protections, arguing the country can build a strong economy without sacrificing its last 74 southern resident killer whales. Their public stand highlights a growing movement proving environmental protection and prosperity can coexist.
Scientists are using artificial intelligence to decode how crows and orcas communicate, analyzing years of recorded calls in hours instead of months. The breakthrough technology is helping researchers understand complex animal societies and protect marine life from underwater noise pollution.
Blue whales sing at frequencies so low that killer whales can't hear them beyond a kilometer, effectively making the ocean's loudest animal acoustically invisible to its only predator. This discovery reveals how nature's largest creatures use sound as a survival tool.
Humpback whales have made a stunning comeback in the Salish Sea since the late 1990s, and experts are gathering to share more conservation wins. A Seattle workshop will showcase how dam removal and habitat restoration are helping whales and salmon thrive again.
Researchers working weekends with leftover grant money proved quantum computers can make AI better at designing personalized vaccines. Their breakthrough could help develop drugs that work for understudied populations around the world.
A new IMAX film premiering June 7 captures stunning proof that oceans can heal themselves when given a chance. From Norwegian fjords to former nuclear test sites, the documentary celebrates marine life making remarkable recoveries.
Africa's biggest road race is getting a stunning makeover for its 11th year. The Lagos City Marathon will now showcase Nigeria's ambitious coastal infrastructure project to a global audience.
Nigeria's Access Bank Lagos City Marathon has earned World Athletics Gold Label status, cementing its place among Africa's most prestigious races. This year's edition features a brand new route through the city's coastal landmarks.
Researchers finally cracked the case of why dozens of healthy dolphins kept washing up on Argentina's shores. The surprising culprit? Killer whales sending them into a panic.
Africa's biggest road race is putting up a quarter million dollars in prize money, with equal rewards for male and female elite runners. The 11th Access Bank Lagos City Marathon continues to attract world-class athletes with its Gold Label status and deep payout structure.
A fossilized skull discovered in Mexico 25 years ago has finally been identified as a brand new species of prehistoric marine reptile. Scientists named the 20-foot ocean predator Prognathodon cipactli after an Aztec mythological creature.
Four organizations are teaming up this Thursday to clear trash from one of Washington's most beautiful beaches. It's the kind of grassroots effort that proves communities can tackle environmental challenges together.
Two beluga whales at a New York aquarium recognized themselves in mirrors, joining an exclusive group of self-aware species. The discovery adds belugas to a list that includes only great apes, dolphins, elephants, and a few other remarkable animals.
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