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02.16.16

Tidepools, Rocky Reefs and Marine Reserves

See how the tidepools, underwater rocky reefs, and creatures that call these places home in Oregon’s marine reserves are all connected. Get tips on tidepool etiquette and help protect these special places.

Ochre sea stars along rocky shores

10.21.15

Sea Stars Observed after Massive Epidemic

In 2014, the Pacific Coast of North America was hit by a mysterious epidemic that wiped out millions of sea stars, marking the largest marine animal disease event in recorded history. Looming questions researchers are trying to answer include … Read More

black rockfish school off of Oregon

09.09.15

New Ecological Monitoring Plan

Check out ODFW’s newly released Ecological Monitoring Plan. Learn about how long-term monitoring is helping us learn more about marine reserve protections and about Oregon’s nearshore ocean. Read More