Here is land where birds nest directly on the trail, crowding in the thousands. The sea lions play with you in the crystal waters. Schools of eagle rays drift by like silent specters in the night while sea turtles make their way beneath. Lizards lounge on the beach, daring you to get close. The sun… Continue reading An expedition to the Galapagos Archipelago and all the beer on the boat
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The oceans are dying and, of course, it’s your fault
Scientists are very, very concerned about “dead zones” in the ocean, areas of low oxygen that can kill every creature in their path. We’re tracking one right now off the coast of Oregon, even as others around the world are shrinking. We know they’re caused by fertilizer running off into the sea, but instead are… Continue reading The oceans are dying and, of course, it’s your fault

