May 16 - May 31, 2007

Wed., 5/16      Cousteau on pollution: Human trash has been found even on the most remote, uninhabited islands in the Pacific Ocean.    

Thu., 5/17      Ocean Futures Society: The famous oceanographer John-Michel Cousteau says that although we are always learning more about the ocean, there is still a lot to be discovered.          

Fri., 5/18         What is coral? A coral reef is a beautiful and amazing combination of animal, vegetable, and mineral.           

Mon., 5/21     Sea sounds: The layers of cold and warm water in the ocean form a narrow zone that is capable of trapping and carrying sound for miles.       

Tue., 5/22      Sand dunes on beaches: Strong winds and high waves both build and destroy sand dunes.      

Wed., 5/23     Engulf and ensnare: One type of octopus uses twinkling lights to attract its prey.        

Thu., 5/24     Sponges: They may look like plants, but aquatic sponges are actually animals with some amazing capabilities.          

Fri., 5/25        Brown pelican: Protected by air-cushioned shock absorbers in their necks and chests, brown pelicans are able to dive into schools of fish from high in the air.        

Mon., 5/28    Paddlefish population sinking: The freshwater paddlefish are becoming scarce as their caviar becomes more popular.          

Tue., 5/29    Paddlefish by-catch: Already endangered by over-fishing, paddlefish are also at risk of being accidentally caught in nets.

Wed., 5/30    Sea urchin fertilization triggers: Many species of sea urchins breed in close proximity, now scientists have figured out how they avoid interbreeding.       

Thu., 5/31    Penguin passion: Adelie penguins may mate for life, but no one said they had to be faithful!