Marine Ecology

Mysterious killer whales seen off the coast of Chile could be a new species

Samples collected from the whales will decide if its different pattern & shape are new to science.

After floods, Kerala now faces an invasion from piranha, African catfish and other non-native predatorial fish

Multiple sightings of non-native predator fish have been reported, but the ecological impact of such an invasion remains uncertain.

Chennai oil spill: Governing agencies trying to hide the problem rather than focussing on solutions

Oil spills have long-term impacts which require long-term monitoring. Given the lack of knowledge and our understanding of near-shore ecosystems, we can only speculate the impacts of an oil spill of such gravity.

British marine scientist advises India to use satellite technology to conserve marine ecology

India is yet to utilise the benefits of space applications to conserve the marine ecology of the country, according to a British marine scientist.

Tar ball deposition on Goa's beaches affecting marine life

To carry out the study the NIO collected samples from Baga, Candolim, Calungute and Mandrem beaches from North Goa and Velsao, Betalbatim, Colva and Benaulim from South Goa.