What the heck is Heceta Bank?
About 35 miles off Oregon's coast is one of the largest biological hotspots on our Pacific coast, and it should be protected.
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Statement: Southern sea otters to retain federal protection
STATEMENT: Biden administration takes steps to protect Arctic from drilling
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Shellfish in Oregon are struggling and scientists aren’t sure why
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Orca exhibit makes a splash at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry
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Oregon’s gray whales are different, according to new research
Thousands of gray whales migrate up and down our Pacific Coast every year, but a small number of them hang around in Oregon's waters. New research from Oregon scientists indicates that they differ in size when compared to their more transient counterparts.
A marine heat wave is taking a toll on the Pacific Northwest
Across our country our ocean's are facing a marine heat wave. We've all heard the news about how ocean water in Florida has eclipsed 100 degrees, and now the Pacific is warming too.
Updated 2023 mid-hurricane season resource guide: data, resources & interview opportunities
The Atlantic hurricane season lasts from June 1 through November 30. This resource guide can help members of the media cover it more thoroughly and accurately.
Sea otters are restoring eelgrass in Monterey Bay
As apex predators, sea otters help ocean ecosystems in surprising ways, if we let them.
Ocean sanctuaries get photo-ready
Photo contest will highlight the cool sea creatures and stunning seascapes of the National Marine Sanctuary system