Researchers issue urgent warning after witnessing disturbing behavioral shift in ocean species: 'It's really just horrific'

Researchers issue urgent warning after witnessing disturbing behavioral shift in ocean species: 'It's really just horrific'

Thousands of gray whales are migrating north from Mexico's Baja lagoons in visibly emaciated condition, with some so thin their ribs are protruding. Researchers report record-low calf numbers and fear another mass die-off is underway, per a report published in The Oregonian.  What's happening? Scientists point to the warming Arctic as the root cause of the potential crisis. Melting sea ice disrupts the growth of algae that feeds the seafloor eco…