- A science student in New Zealand has been sentenced for illegally importing and selling algae into the country. Jasmine Maxwell, 20, was caught selling marimo moth balls, a type of fish tank algae, online for $16 each. The algae banned in New Zealand because it is harmful to the country's native marine species. Read more...
- Life cycle of the blue crab parasite revealed. Scientist at the Virginia Institute of Marine Science are celebrating after a 15-year study to map the life history of Hematodinium has been successful. The single-celled parasite, which affects blue crabs, can also be transmitted to shrimp. Researchers hope the new information will help develop best practices for handling the animals. Read more...
- EU states adopted the Limassol Declaration, a reaffirmation of the EU
Integrated Maritime Policy, on October 8, 2012. The declaration continues the EU emphasis on coordinated development and points to 'Blue Growth' as an opportunity for expansion. Download the full Limassol Declaration. However, the policy is not without its critics; some NGOs have stated that the plans favour economics, rather than the environment. Read more...
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| A female Atlantic Blue Crab (Callinectes sapidus) in the permanent collection of The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis (Photo credit: Wikipedia) |
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