April Estrellon

2 months ago | civilbeat.org | April Estrellon

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Dec 10, 2024 | civilbeat.org | Nathan Eagle |April Estrellon

An invasive algae has wrecked huge sections of reef in Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument. Scientists are racing to find out what it is, where it came from and whether anything can stop it. Editor’s note: This is the third in an occasional series about the scientists who are studying the ocean environment of Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument in the remote Northwestern Hawaiian Islands. It began more as a curiosity than a concern.

Nov 13, 2024 | civilbeat.org | Nathan Eagle |April Estrellon

The storm destroyed a primary nesting site for endangered sea turtles and monk seals. East Island’s reemergence in this remote atoll has become an unexpected sign of resilience against climate change. Editor’s note: This is the second story in an occasional series about the scientists who are studying the ocean environment of Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument in the remote Northwestern Hawaiian Islands.

Nov 3, 2024 | civilbeat.org | Nathan Eagle |April Estrellon |Amy Pyle

With the effects of climate change bearing down, the race is on to ensure Papahanaumokuakea remains protected. Editor’s note: This is the first in an occasional series about the scientists who are studying the ocean environment of Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument in the remote Northwestern Hawaiian Islands. Wet and weary scientists dunked their scuba gear in bins of fresh water after climbing back aboard the Oscar Elton Sette, a 224-foot research vessel idling off the coast of Niihau.

Aug 31, 2024 | civilbeat.org | April Estrellon

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