Marine megavertebrate migrations connect the global ocean

Interactive Map Reveals Ocean Pathways Vital For 109 Species

Earth's oceans may seem like an expanse of the same water to us, but try telling that to a sea turtle or a whale shark.To trace the invisible routes that more than 100 migratory marine species regularly take across international lines, scientists in Australia and the US have now created an interactive map that reveals the narrow paths connecting ocean habitats. Many marine species rely on specific routes to traverse their watery domain. Thes…

Marine megavertebrate migrations connect the global ocean

Animal migrations are extensive, ubiquitous, and in decline. To effectively protect migratory species, it is often crucial to identify the interconnected sets of sites they rely upon. Gaps between primary ecological research and synthesised information that is useful to policymakers has limited effective conservation of long-distance migrants, particularly in the marine realm. By synthesising 1304 references to identify 1787 sites and develop mo…

Marine Megavertebrate Migrations Link Global Oceans

In a groundbreaking revelation that promises to reshape our understanding of marine ecosystems and their intricate global interconnections, a recent study published in Nature Communications unveils the astonishing migratory behaviors of marine megavertebrates and their role in linking the world’s oceans. The research, conducted by Bentley, Nisthar, Fujioka, and colleagues, delves deep into how these enormous sea creatures traverse vast distances…