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Archaeologists Investigate an Early Whaling Community
For over a decade, Smithsonian Arctic Archaeologist, William Fitzhugh, has been...
Mon, 09/12/2011 - 12:32
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Zooxanthellae and Coral Bleaching
Tiny plant-like organisms called zooxanthellae live in the tissues of many animals,...
Thu, 12/03/2009 - 12:14
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The Hyper Eyes of Hyperiids: How Some Shrimp-Like Creatures See Light in the Deep Sea
Hyperiid amphipods are small crustaceans related to sand fleas and distantly...
Tue, 08/19/2014 - 10:47
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A Tale of a Right Whale
Suspended at the center of the Sant Ocean Hall is a life-size model of a North...
Wed, 09/30/2009 - 15:58
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Will Coral Reefs Survive Acidification?
Nestled among the beautiful coral reefs of Papua New Guinea (PNG) is a place that...
Thu, 08/02/2012 - 15:34
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Pirates of the Golden Age
Meet seven of the most fearsome pirates from the Golden Age of Piracy. Like...
Wed, 07/28/2010 - 12:34
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From Mermen to Architeuthis, Our Fascination with the Giant Squid
Humans have long been captivated by what we now call the giant squid...
Fri, 12/04/2009 - 12:28
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Baleen: From Whales to People
For being so big, right whales eat very small food, which they catch using baleen....
Tue, 12/08/2009 - 10:51
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A Kayak's Origin Story
Kayaks are known for their superior design as a small watercraft. The combination...
Tue, 12/29/2020 - 16:38