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December 5, 2009 - President John F. Kennedy talked about the missile gap during the Cold War, that the Russians had more nuclear weapons than the U.S. Well, this week, we learned of another gap between our two countries - a sea lion gap.

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Related Topix: World News, Biology, Russia, Science, US Military, US Navy

Sat Dec 05, 2009

National Public Radio

The Navy's Other Seals ... And Dolphins

In 2003, Zak, a 375-pound California sea lion, was being trained by the Navy to locate swimmers near piers, ships and other objects in the water considered suspicious and a possible threat to American military forces.

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Related Topix: US Military, US Navy, Biology, Science

Thu Dec 03, 2009

The Jewish News Weekly

For a holiday storytime, pick up one of these new Jewish kids' books

Maya enjoyed reviewing two Jewish reggae CDs for j. last Chanukah so much that she begged me to critique the latest crop of holiday picture books for young children.

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Related Topix: Life, Holidays, Hanukkah, Family, Kids, Biology, Science, Amsterdam, NY

Wed Dec 02, 2009

The New Nation

Bangladesh to lose most marine fish

UNB, Dhaka Bangladesh is poised to lose most of its marine fish populations as a result of climate change, dealing a big blow to thousands of people dependent on fishing in the sea, according to experts.

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Related Topix: Bangladesh, World News, Biology, Science, Weather, Agriculture

Tue Dec 01, 2009

EurekAlert!

New forensic technique gives clues about sharks from bite damage

Hit-and-run attacks by sharks can be solved with a new technique that identifies the culprits by the unique chomp they put on their victims, according to a University of Florida researcher and shark expert.

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Related Topix: University of Florida, University of South Florida, Biology, Science

Mon Nov 30, 2009

Recent EPA Catalog Records

Derivation of Habitat-Specific Dissolved Oxigen Criteria for Chesapeake Bay and its Tidal Tributaries

BATIUK, R., D. L. Breitberg, R. J. Diaz, T. M. Cronin, AND G. B. THURSBY. Derivation of Habitat-Specific Dissolved Oxigen Criteria for Chesapeake Bay and its Tidal Tributaries.

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Related Topix: Biology, Science, Ecology

Fri Nov 27, 2009

Vineyard Gazette Online

Quiet Please, Across the Seas: Pause Ships to Hear the Fish

To the human ear, the sea is a silent place. To float on your back in the ocean is to enjoy a blissful absence of sound.

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Related Topix: Biology, Science

Mon Nov 23, 2009

The News

Poor coral growth at Sindh, Balochistan coasts

Thursday, November 19, 2009 By Perwez Abdullah Karachi A survey of coral reefs at 18 sites along the Sindh and Balochistan coasts, conducted by scientists from the Centre of Excellence in Marine Biology , has revealed that hard coral growth along the seashore is extremely poor.

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Related Topix: World News, Pakistan, Asia, Biology, Science

Sat Nov 21, 2009

WCTV Tallahassee

in Quest for Rhodes, Student-Athlete Erin Simmons Advanced to Final Round

Florida State University graduate student and track-and-field athlete Erin Elizabeth Simmons, 21, of Argyle, Texas, is an aspiring marine biologist and committed volunteer with a unique record of high, fast achievement.

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Related Topix: Biology, Florida State University, Argyle, TX, University of North Texas

Bangkok Post

The sea is the limit

Her suitcase has been dusted off. All her necessary winter clothes and personal belongings have been promptly prepared.

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Related Topix: Biology, Science

Fri Nov 20, 2009

Honolulu Star-Bulletin

Conference concentrates on climate change and Kauai

Kauai residents, officials, students, farmers, industry officials and others interested in global climate impacts on their island are invited to a conference from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. tomorrow at the Kauai Community College Performing Arts.

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Related Topix: Geology, Science, Biology

Thu Nov 19, 2009

ETaiwanNews.com

Global warming has taken a serious toll on Taiwan's ecology as the...

Global warming has taken a serious toll on Taiwan's ecology as the type and amount of algae growing under the sea in waters off southern Taiwan's Kenting National Park and the island's northeastern region have largely perished, an expert warned Thursday.

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Related Topix: Biology, Science

Wed Nov 18, 2009

Gainesville.com The Gainesville Sun G...

Fine art by 'T-shirt guy' Guy Harvey on display at Ocala bank

Published: Saturday, November 14, 2009 at 6:01 a.m. Last Modified: Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 4:50 p.m. On a recent Friday night, dozens of party planners scurried about the new Gateway Bank, arranging conch shells, crafting high-end catering, organizing a pricey silent auction and stocking three bars - two on grand porches with grand views.

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Related Topix: Ocala, FL, Biology, Science, Education Etc., Life, Food, Seafood

Mon Nov 16, 2009

Dear Kitty. Some blog

Deep-sea crab eats trees

Deep under the ocean, there is a species of crab that eats trees. The crab survives by eating wood that has sunk to the ocean floor, comprising trunks and leaves swept into the sea, as well as the odd shipwreck.

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Related Topix: Biology, Science, World News, Belgium, France,

Sat Nov 14, 2009

Everett Herald

Salish Sea: Huge body of water now has common name

Skagit Bay, Port Susan, Possession Sound, Tulalip Bay, Port Gardner, Puget Sound.

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Related Topix: Tulalip Bay, WA, Snohomish County, WA, Olympia, WA, Canada, Neah Bay, WA, Biology, Science

Santa Cruz Sentinel

Pelagic Research Foundation takes research to the sky with Specialized Helicopters

Pelagic Shark Research Foundation researchers and Watsonville's Specialized Helicopters are teaming up to offer people the chance help pay for and participate in aerial research of Monterey Bay.

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Related Topix: Santa Cruz Metro, Watsonville, CA, Big Sur, CA, Santa Cruz, CA, Monterey, CA, Biology, Science

Fri Nov 13, 2009

Park Record

Parkites capture deadliest catch

In an inconspicuous office building off of Bonanza Drive, hundreds of miles from the nearest ocean, a group of local producers, directors and videographers have only one thing on their minds: sharks.

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Related Topix: South Park, WY, Park City, UT, Biology, Science

CiteULike

Marine Reserves and Ocean Neighborhoods: The Spatial Scale of Marine Populations and Their Management

Here, I briefly review four fields of marine biology that each differentially illuminate the scale of marine neighborhoods: effects of marine reserves, tagging studies, microchemistry, and population genetics.

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Related Topix: Biology, Science

Thu Nov 12, 2009

ContactMusic.com

Paul Walker - Walker Leads Shark Expedition

Caption: Paul Walker Fast & Furious - UK film premiere held at the Vue West. London, England .... WALKER LEADS SHARK EXPEDITION FAST & FURIOUS star PAUL WALKER has fulfilled a lifelong dream by starring in a new TV documentary about great white sharks.

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Related Topix: Fast & Furious, Essex County, England, World News, United Kingdom, Greater London County, England, Biology, Science

Wed Nov 11, 2009

TreeHugger

Shiver Me Timbers! Scientists Discover Deep Sea Crab Feeding on Wooden Shipwrecks

A new article in the journal Marine Biology brings to light the interesting feeding habits of the deep sea crab Munidopsis andamanica , better known to the world as the squat lobster .

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Related Topix: Biology, Science, Boat Disaster, Life, Food, Dining

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