To bleach or not to bleach?
Researchers examining the impact of climate change on coral reefs have found a way to predict which reefs are likely to recover following bleaching episodes and which won't, writes Science Daily. Read the full story here.
Poll: U.S. fishers concerned about climate risks to their business
New England fishermen believe climate forces such as ocean warming and acidification threaten their businesses, writes the Center for American Progress. Read about the survey and the fishers' concerns here.
Urchins adapt to warming oceans
As climate change adds to the threat of extinction faced by many species, new research shows how sea urchins can adapt to the increasing temperature and levels of acidity in Antarctic waters, writes the Climate News Network. Read the story here.
2014: Australia's third-hottest year on record
The Conversation writes that 2014 has been confirmed as Australia’s third-hottest year, capping off a record-breaking decade, according to the Bureau of Meteorology. Read the full article here.
Redmap highlights from 2014
Redmap is all about collating and sharing marine observations by everyday Australians - here are some of the highlights from around Australia. Thanks to all the fishers, divers and beachcombers who sent Redmap photos of their uncommon sightings in 2014!
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PERSPECTIVE: pushing Western Australia's reef fish bounty into the limelight
Katherine Cure provides her perspective on the endemism of Western Australia's marine fishes and the effect of warming oceans. Read here.
Redmap: Sea life on the move
Read about Redmap and some of our interesting sightings in the latest OCEANWATCH newsletter (page 7).
Science chief warns on acid oceans
The UK's chief scientist says the oceans face a serious and growing risk from man-made carbon emissions, writes BBC News: Sir Mark Walport warns that the acidity of the oceans has increased by about 25% since the industrial revolution, mainly thanks to manmade emissions. Read the full article here.
New website reveals coastal towns' climate change risks
AUSTRALIA'S coastal towns, many built around fisheries and tourism, are particularly vulnerable to climate change, writes Stewart Frusher in The Conversation. A new website Coastal Climate Blueprint scores coastal towns on their vulnerability to climate change. Read the full article here.
