Sound Waves Newsletter - December 2020-March 2021
Assessing Salt Marsh Vulnerability Nationwide
Salt marshes are among the most productive and valuable ecosystems in the world. The vegetation in these coastal systems acts as a buffer between land and sea. This natural buffer helps reduce flooding, erosion, and subsequent damage to property and infrastructure by slowing down the flow of water and dissipating waves during storms.
Tracking Elusive Male Sea Turtles with Satellites
Through satellite telemetry, researchers have discovered patterns of migratory behavior of long-lived imperiled marine reptiles.
Providing Guidance and Hope for Coral Restoration Efforts
Coral reefs are suffering due to multiple stressors in our changing world, but there is hope for recovery. New USGS science can help guide the way to restoration success.
Overcoming research challenges amid the COVID-19 pandemic
Researcher Spotlight: Jin-Si Over
In celebration of Women’s History Month, we are highlighting Jin-Si Over - an intelligent, effervescent, and downright awesome geographer with the USGS Woods Hole Coastal and Marine Science Center.
Invasive Zebra Mussels Found in Pet Stores in 21 States
A citizen’s report of an invasive zebra mussel found in an aquarium moss package found in a pet store prompted a U.S. Geological Survey expert on invasive aquatic species to trigger nationwide alerts that have led to the discovery of the destructive shellfish in pet stores in at least 21 states from Alaska to Florida.
Non-native Marine Fishes in Florida
Learn which non-native marine fish species have been observed or collected Florida waters.
Photo Roundup - December 2020-March 2021
A selection of coastal and marine images and videos from across the USGS.
News Briefs - December 2020-March 2021
Coastal and marine news highlights from across the USGS