We’ve found a way to help endangered eels overcome dams and weirs

Researchers say eel tiles offer conservationists a new fish passage solution that could slow down the population decrease of the European eel.

Catherine Wilson, Professor in Environmental Hydraulics, Cardiff University • conversation
June 18, 2024 ~6 min

Fossil hints at more complex fish brain evolution

A new discovery suggests the evolution of ray-finned fish brains is far more complex than previously believed.

U. Michigan • futurity
June 17, 2024 ~6 min


How DNA analysis of our rivers and lakes can reveal new secrets about their biodiversity

Our research suggests environmental DNA analysis could transform traditional ways of monitoring freshwater ecosystems.

Simon Creer, Professor in Molecular Ecology, Bangor University • conversation
June 13, 2024 ~8 min

Fish and chips on Mars: our research shows how colonists could produce their own food

Aquaponics could help feed Martian colonies in the future and offer a sustainable food system on Earth.

Benz Kotzen, Professor of Landscape Architecture and Nature Based Solutions, University of Greenwich • conversation
June 11, 2024 ~6 min

We’ve measured the cost of unsustainable industrial fishing on coastal communities – and it’s vast

A new report estimates the impacts of big fishing businesses with a previous track record of unsustainability on the local economy, jobs and people’s welfare in five developing countries.

Miren Gutiérrez, Investigator, Data Analysis, ODI • conversation
June 7, 2024 ~8 min

The surge in hydroelectric dams is driving massive biodiversity loss

Migratory fish populations are down 81% since 1970, says a new report.

Taylor Maavara, Senior independent research fellow, University of Leeds • conversation
May 24, 2024 ~6 min

Study sheds light on anglerfish’s weird mating routine

New research dives into the evolution of anglerfish with a focus on the development of their unique (and somewhat unsettling) mating routine.

Mike Cummings-Yale • futurity
May 24, 2024 ~7 min

Climate change may be fuelling a resurgence of piracy across Africa

As climate change ravages coastal livelihoods, piracy is on the rise, imperilling seafarers and trade.

Selina Robinson, Senior Lecturer in Forensic Investigation, University of Winchester • conversation
May 24, 2024 ~6 min


Prehistoric ‘saber-tooth salmon’ gets a new name

A giant prehistoric salmon, the largest to ever exist, had spiky tusk-like teeth that protruded straight out of the side of its skull.

Molly Blanchett-U. Oregon • futurity
April 25, 2024 ~6 min

Fish schools are quieter than one fish alone

A school of fish moving together in just the right way is stunningly stealthy. A new study shows that seven fish sound like just one.

Jill Rosen-Johns Hopkins • futurity
April 9, 2024 ~5 min

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