The Great Pacific Garbage Patch is actually many “Garbage Patches” that consist of accumulated plastics, marine debris, plankton, sea life, and other man made objects that have made their way into the ocean. These patches are formed by natural gathering points that appear where rotating currents, winds, and other ocean features converge—forming the so called “Garbage […]
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Coral Bleaching: What You Need To Know
Coral Bleaching has become a serious issue over the past few years; with Global Warming being the main culprit— NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) says it is an event that is far from over. According to The Nature Conservancy’s director of coral reef conservation, Stephanie Wear stated that recent temperature spikes indicate a rough year ahead […]