Tuesday, January 3 2012 10:06 PM EST2012-01-04 03:06:34 GMT
Scientists have made an exciting discovery off the coast of Australia. They say interbreeding between two shark species has created the world's first hybrid shark.
Scientists have made an exciting discovery off the coast of Australia. They say interbreeding between two shark species has created the world's first hybrid shark.
Friday, December 2 2011 11:19 AM EST2011-12-02 16:19:07 GMT
News 8 is happy to announce the ECO Ambassadors winner Friday. Congratulations to the eight organizations that were selected as our 2011 ECO Ambassador finalists.
News 8 is happy to announce the ECO Ambassadors winner Friday. Congratulations to the eight organizations that were selected as our 2011 ECO Ambassador finalists.
Thursday, September 29 2011 1:07 PM EDT2011-09-29 17:07:05 GMT
If you've seen the ocean lately you may have noticed it looks a little dirty. But that red-tinted water really lights up at night, especially in the moonlight.
If you've seen the ocean lately you may have noticed it looks a little dirty. But that red-tinted water really lights up at night, especially in the moonlight.
Thursday, August 25 2011 9:57 PM EDT2011-08-26 01:57:31 GMT
On Thursday SeaWorld released seven brown pelicans back into the wild after rehabilitating them. More than 130 injured or ill pelicans have been taken in by SeaWorld so far this year.
On Thursday SeaWorld released seven brown pelicans back into the wild after rehabilitating them. More than 130 injured or ill pelicans have been taken in by SeaWorld so far this year.
Tuesday, August 9 2011 5:53 PM EDT2011-08-09 21:53:06 GMT
They are filter feeders that eat plankton and other sea creatures that float in the water. The trouble is, they clog pipes and can shut down our waterways.
They are filter feeders that eat plankton and other sea creatures that float in the water. The trouble is, they clog pipes and can shut down our waterways.
Friday, July 8 2011 11:06 AM EDT2011-07-08 16:06:49 GMT
It's an unusual find off the coast of La Jolla. A kayaker stumbled upon what is believed to be a rare black jellyfish. And, there was something very special about this jellyfish – it was the size of a hula hoop.
It's an unusual find off the coast of La Jolla. A kayaker stumbled upon what is believed to be a rare black jellyfish. And, there was something very special about this jellyfish – it was the size of a hula hoop.
Tuesday, July 5 2011 10:25 PM EDT2011-07-06 03:25:56 GMT
It's the second largest fish in the ocean, and yet it's so hard to find. Now a local research team is conducting a survey to study and track the behavior of basking sharks.
It's the second largest fish in the ocean, and yet it's so hard to find. Now a local research team is conducting a survey to study and track the behavior of basking sharks.
Wednesday, May 4 2011 10:33 PM EDT2011-05-05 03:33:41 GMT
Aside from being ferocious predators, very little is known about great white sharks. But now a research team is partnering with the National Geographic Channel, hoping to unravel the mystery.
Aside from being ferocious predators, very little is known about great white sharks. But now a research team is partnering with the National Geographic Channel, hoping to unravel the mystery.
5000 Volunteers Beautified 75 Clean Up Sites Countywide. Thank you for joining Kimberly King and Earth 8 by supporting I Love a Clean San Diego's 9th Annual Creek to Bay Clean Up.
5,000 Volunteers Beautified 75 Clean Up Sites Countywide. Thank you for joining Kimberly King and Earth 8 by supporting I Love a Clean San Diego's 9th Annual Creek to Bay Clean Up.
Wednesday, January 12 2011 5:33 PM EST2011-01-12 22:33:58 GMT
The Scripps Institution of Oceanography announced Wednesday it will partner with a private firm to deploy a $25 million global greenhouse gas observation network over the next five years.
The Scripps Institution of Oceanography announced Wednesday it will partner with a private firm to deploy a $25 million global greenhouse gas observation network over the next five years.
Wednesday, November 10 2010 3:01 PM EST2010-11-10 20:01:01 GMT
Scientists say some whale species off the Mexican coast are showing signs of severe sunburn that may be caused by the damaged ozone layer's decreased ability to block ultraviolet radiation.
Scientists say some whale species off the Mexican coast are showing signs of severe sunburn that may be caused by the damaged ozone layer's decreased ability to block ultraviolet radiation.
Every holiday season, the debate begins over whether it's better for the environment to use an artificial Christmas tree or a real one. Then there's the question of what to do with your tree after the holidays.
Friday, September 17 2010 9:05 PM EDT2010-09-18 02:05:35 GMT
While they cover 71 percent of the earth's surface, there's still a lot we don't know about our oceans. Now you have a chance to dive under the sea without ever getting wet.
While they cover 71 percent of the earth's surface, there's still a lot we don't know about our oceans. Now you have a chance to dive under the sea without ever getting wet.
Thursday, July 8 2010 9:17 PM EDT2010-07-09 02:17:36 GMT
It's been two months since a sick sea lion was rescued from underneath a police car in Ocean Beach. Now the animal is healthy and heading back to his natural habitat after weeks of care by the staff at SeaWorld.
It's been two months since a sick sea lion was rescued from underneath a police car in Ocean Beach. Now the animal is healthy and heading back to his natural habitat after weeks of care by the staff at SeaWorld.
Wednesday, June 30 2010 5:33 PM EDT2010-06-30 22:33:54 GMT
Many people will be heading to the beach and the waves this Fourth of July holiday, but swimmers need to be aware of potentially dangerous rip currents.
Many people will be heading to the beach and the waves this Fourth of July holiday, but swimmers need to be aware of potentially dangerous rip currents.
Thursday, June 10 2010 10:10 PM EDT2010-06-11 03:10:44 GMT
Animals in the path of the spill could use all our help. Among the most vulnerable are sea turtles, who are washing up dead or sick and covered in muck.
Animals in the path of the spill could use all our help. Among the most vulnerable are sea turtles, who are washing up dead or sick and covered in muck.
Wednesday, June 9 2010 9:00 PM EDT2010-06-10 02:00:43 GMT
No marine life can escape the devastation of the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, and we are seeing proof of that in underwater videos.
No marine life can escape the devastation of the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, and we are seeing proof of that in underwater videos. Scientists now say this contamination that we don't often see will have the deadliest impact.
Wednesday, May 19 2010 9:15 PM EDT2010-05-20 02:15:38 GMT
The Scripps Institution of Oceanography is shoving off on an exciting new research adventure. Scripps will operate an $88 million scientific research vessel for the U.S. Navy.
The Scripps Institution of Oceanography is shoving off on an exciting new research adventure. Scripps will operate an $88 million scientific research vessel for the U.S. Navy.
Wednesday, March 31 2010 6:53 PM EDT2010-03-31 23:53:57 GMT
With a storm approaching, high winds will no doubt kick up high surf, but the dangers lurking along our coast will stick around for quite a while, thanks to El Nino.
With a storm approaching, high winds will no doubt kick up high surf, but the dangers lurking along our coast will stick around for quite a while, thanks to El Nino.
Wednesday, March 24 2010 5:29 PM EDT2010-03-24 21:29:44 GMT
If your kids are interested in learning more about the ocean, now is the time to sign them up for summer learning adventure camps at the Birch Aquarium.
If your kids are interested in learning more about the ocean, now is the time to sign them up for summer learning adventure camps at the Birch Aquarium.
Wednesday, January 13 2010 4:50 PM EST2010-01-13 21:50:42 GMT
There's a lot of big waves and wild weather heading our way this week.
There's a lot of big waves and wild weather heading our way this week.
Scripps Institution of Oceanography, UC San Diego is one
of the oldest, largest, and most important centers for marine science research,
graduate training, and public service in the world. Its research encompasses
physical, chemical, biological, geological and geophysical studies of the
oceans. The Birch Aquarium at Scripps provides a hands-on ocean science
education, where San Diegans young and old can explore the wonders of the
ocean and learn to promote ocean and planet conservation.
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Monday, November 2 2009 10:10 AM EST2009-11-02 15:10:00 GMT
Dr. Nigella Hillgarth is executive director of Birch Aquarium at Scripps, the public exploration center of world-renowned Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego.
Dr. Nigella Hillgarth is executive director of Birch Aquarium at Scripps, the public exploration center of world-renowned Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego. She is a distinguished zoologist who came to the institution in 2002 from her position as executive director of Tracy Aviary, the nation's largest bird park, in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Monday, November 2 2009 10:10 AM EST2009-11-02 15:10:00 GMT
Explore your world with Birch Aquarium at Scripps Executive Director Nigella Hillgarth -- Something big is surfacing off the coast of San Diego these days.
Explore your world with Birch Aquarium at Scripps Executive Director Nigella Hillgarth -- Something big is surfacing off the coast of San Diego these days.
This time every year, gray whales make their annual epic journey from their frigid feeding grounds in the Bering Strait to tranquil lagoons near Baja California, where they breed and give birth. Nearly 20,000 gray whales make the 10,000-mile round-trip journey, the longest mammal migration in the world!
Monday, November 2 2009 10:10 AM EST2009-11-02 15:10:01 GMT
Explore your world with Birch Aquarium at Scripps Executive Director Nigella Hillgarth -- Beach Etiquette
Explore your world with Birch Aquarium at Scripps Executive Director Nigella Hillgarth -- Beach Etiquette
Winter is over, which means it's time to head to the beach for many San Diegans. But the beach is also a living ecosystem upon which many animals and plants depend. Here are 8 ways you can ensure a wonderful, safe day at the beach without harming the marine environment.
A dog found shot on the side of an East County road is listed in critical condition Tuesday at the VCA Emergency Animal Hospital in Mission Valley.More>>
It's been almost two years since the FDA approved a new time-release design of Oxycontin to prevent illegal misuse and abuse of the pain relieving drug. More>>
