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7 Essential Reef Species - Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution 4 Octopus Though many octopus prefer sandy or rocky bottoms and seagrass meadows, a few species make coral reefs home The most widespread is the common octopus, whose range extends from the Caribbean to the Mediterranean In Pacific reefs, the day octopus reigns supreme These shape-shifting cephalopods are masters of camouflage, blending in seamlessly to the complex, colorful reef bottom
Mid-ocean Ridges - Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution What are mid-ocean ridges? Mid-ocean ridges form the longest mountain range in the world, nearly all of which lies beneath the sea These ridges crisscross the world’s oceans like stitches on a baseball; together they measure nearly 65,000 kilometers (about 40,000 miles) in length Most of Earth’s volcanic activity occurs along mid-ocean ridges, which form along the seams between tectonic
Did you know: Where does all the carbon go? Blue carbon refers to carbon taken up by coastal ecosystems, including seagrass meadows, mangroves, and salt marshes These plants store some carbon in their roots But these ecosystems are able to absorb much more carbon than a comparable amount of tropical rainforest That's because dead and dying leaves, branches, and other organisms settle into sediment that's flooded with water, which
Ocean Culture History - Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Ocean culture and history explore the many ways people have interacted with the sea over time From ancient maritime traditions and early navigation to modern ocean exploration and conservation, the ocean has long influenced human societies, economies, and worldviews Today, that relationship continues through scientific discovery, engineering innovation, and a growing understanding of the
Ted Edward Desrosiers – Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution announces with great sorrow the death of former employee Ted Edward Desrosiers on March 11, 2025 He was 74 Ted was a man who could fill a room with laughter and make everyone feel like an old friend He lived with a full heart, a…
Cycles - Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Oceanic cycles—chemical, physical and biological—are related to cyclic processes in the Earth’s atmosphere, such as the seasons, El Niño events, and long-term climate changes