Oceans and Seas

Phytoplankton's Dramatic Decline - A Food-Chain Crisis In The World's Oceans

29 Jul 2010

It is the starting point for our oceans' food chain. But stocks of phytoplankton have decreased by 40 percent since 1950, potentially as a result of global warming. It is an astonishing collapse, say researchers, and may have dramatic consequences for both the oceans and for humans.

Global warming 'undeniable,' world report says

29 Jul 2010

As glaciers melt, severe storms batter cities and heat waves increase, more than 300 scientists have concluded that global warming is "undeniable."

Are Our Oceans Dying?

29 Jul 2010

Microscopic marine algae which form the basis of the ocean food chain are dying at a terrifying rate, scientists said today. Phytoplankton, described as the 'fuel' on which marine ecosystems run, are experiencing declines of about 1 per cent of the average total a year. According to the researchers from Dalhousie University in Canada the annual falls translate to a 40 per cent drop in ...