Ocean & Marine Science — 2026-04-03
Scientists exploring the Coral Sea off Queensland's coast have discovered more than 110 new fish and invertebrate species in a landmark expedition, marking one of the most significant marine biodiversity finds of the year. Meanwhile, a breakthrough study in *Nature Communications* reveals that marine heatwaves are fundamentally reshaping ocean productivity—shifting it from the tropics toward the poles. On the conservation front, the global ocean protection milestone of 10% coverage has been reached, but experts warn that coverage must triple by 2030.
7 min read/15 sources
