Journey to the Iron Giant: NASA’s Psyche Mission Could Unlock the Secrets of a Metallic World
A NOVEL PROPULSION SYSTEM WILL TAKE US TO A MASSIVE METAL ASTEROID IN DEEP SPACE Imagine being able to move […]
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Autumn’s Alchemy: Unveiling the Science Behind California’s High Sierra Fall Foliage
The transformation of leaves in the high Sierra is far more than a seasonal aesthetic; it’s a vivid illustration of how meticulously nature has calibrated life to adapt and thrive.
The California Gull: The Unsung Hero of Feathered Adaptability and Ecological Balance
Imagine a bird that’s not only a reliable fixture on both coastal and inland landscapes, but also a winged hero
Animals, Biology, Climate Change, Marine Science, Places, Private Science
Through the Looking Glass Head: The Enigmatic World of the Barreleye Fish
The Barreleye fish is the kind of creature that captures the imagination and evokes wonder about what remains undiscovered in the deep ocean.
The Ocean’s Invisible Elevator: How Upwelling Fuels California’s Marine Bounty
The Vital Role of Upwelling in California’s Rich Ocean Life Few marine processes have been as impactful on the abundance
Navigating the Unseen Current: How the California Current System Shapes Our Ocean, Climate, and Future
The California Current, originating from the colder regions up near British Columbia, sweeps its way down toward Baja California, extending laterally several hundred miles offshore into deep oceanic waters off the continental shelf.
Davidson Seamount and the Unseen Mountains and Hidden Treasures Off California’s Coast
Perhaps the most astonishing discovery at Davidson Seamount occurred in 2018, when scientists discovered the “Octopus Garden,” the largest known aggregation of octopuses in the world. The garden is about two miles deep and was discovered by researchers on the research vessel (RV) Nautilus.
The Majestic San Gabriel Mountains: A Deep Dive into Their Formation, History, and Biodiversity
It is believed that much of the sand on California’s legendary beaches originated in the San Gabriel mountains, the result of erosion and various rivers and streams that run into the Pacific Ocean.
Orange Enigma: The Garibaldi’s Dance of Color and Character in California’s Coastal Ballet
Underwater photos of California’s coast featured in books and magazines almost always showcase a certain fish: the garibaldi. Within the
The Eucalyptus Tree’s Twisted Path to Californian Soil
The California landscape is dotted with numerous plant species, many of them native, but few have a story as rich
