Before the European settlement of North America, river otters inhabited every waterway on the continent. The traditional abundance of this mesopredator and the subsequent drastic reduction in population caused by humans makes them an iconic North American species. ...
We’ve spoken before about aquatic species that are often affected by fishing activities because they’re caught up in nets when they’re not the species fishermen want to catch. Many animals, like turtles or sharks, get tangled up in nets and are injured or killed. This...
A quick reminder before we jump into the Atlantic Ghost Crab – don’t forget that you can buy Misunderstood Mesos T-shirts! When you purchase one of these shirts, you’re directly supporting our ability to carry out educational outreaches across the region. This...
Spotted Seals are found in North Pacific waters, including the Bering, Okhotsk, Beaufort, and Chukchi seas. They can also be found in the northern areas of the Yellow Sea. These seals are gray with dark spots all over and they have round heads and short flippers. They...
Orangutans are a species of great ape that has red fur and while they used to be found throughout southeast Asia, they’re now only found in Sumatra and Borneo – in fragmented populations.1&2 We actually share over 96% of our genes with them!1 There are three...
We don't need to tell you. Wolves are a vital part of healthy ecosystems. As top predators, they help to keep prey populations in check, which can prevent overgrazing and the spread of disease. In addition, their presence can discourage the growth of invasive species....