Week in Review – Hottest Year: Thermometer and Headlines
1. NASA and NOAA: 2016 Warmest Year on Record (c) Shannon Curtis NASA and NOAA data show that worldwide, 2016 was the warmest year on record since recording began in 1880. Temperatures were 1.78 degrees Fahrenheit warmer than the mid-20th century mean. Record temperatures have been recorded for three straight years. Read More… ———————————————– 2. […]
Week in Review: Killer Whale Study Reveal Menopause Clues, Tapeworms in Sushi? Sharks Reproduce Without Male .. and more…
1. Killer Whales – Menopause Humans and killer whales are two of only three species that experience menopause. This biological process causes females to stop reproducing approximately halfway through life. As part of a 40 year study, scientists have found that menopause in killer whales solves “reproductive conflict,” which is the conflict between mothers […]
Week in Review: The Last Sea World Killer Whale Show in California!
1. Last Day for Sea World Killer Whale Show in California! SeaWorld San Diego will host its last entertainment-based killer whale performance on Sunday January 8, 2017. Thanks to the documentary “Blackfish” the public became aware of the plight of killer whales in captivity and public pressure succeeded. There will still be shows though, focusing […]
Urgent Action – Online Advocacy Tools
We created an online suite of tools that enables the general public to easily connect with their elected officials. These tools provide a valuable digital access point for those seeking to make a difference and make their voice heard. Since there are multiple alternative methods to influence policymakers in addition to online petitions, Sea Save […]
