Expanding Our Research With ARMs
How do you study those animals in the ocean that are often too small to see? You build them high-rise condominiums and let them live for free. Learn about how we monitor biodiversity. Read More
How do you study those animals in the ocean that are often too small to see? You build them high-rise condominiums and let them live for free. Learn about how we monitor biodiversity. Read More
Field season is swinging into high gear. See what we’ve been up to over the last month Read More
Jim Burke is the Director of Animal Care at the Oregon Coast Aquarium and also oversees their scientific dive program. We sat down with Jim and asked him a few questions about his background and involvement in Oregon’s marine reserves research. Read More
Like a doctor diagnosing a disease, learn how we identify the signs of Sea Star Wasting Syndrome. Read More
This week we’re diving into the creatures that call rocky intertidal areas home and highlighting how our research is helping us better understand the biodiversity of this unique ecosystem. Read More
Our volunteer anglers have been very busy, helping catch and sample fish during our spring hook and line surveys. So far we’ve completed 5 days of surveys at Cascade Head and 2 days at Cape Perpetua. Read More
Check out these highlights from our 2017 SCUBA surveys. We conducted 255 transects this year to collect data on fish, kelp, invertebrates, and habitats in shallow rocky reefs at three marine reserve sites. Read More
Oregon’s marine reserves were teeming with discoveries this year. From hypoxia and strange creatures washing up on beaches, to jellyfish blooms, research collaborations with fishermen, and advancements in underwater video research tools. Read More