Since the Industrial Revolution, mercury (Hg) concentrations in the environment have been increasing due to anthropogenic activities. The toxic effect that this metal has on animals and humans led to…
A few months ago we were asked: What does Portugal want with Antartica? Thinking about it, Portugal is situated on the northern hemisphere, thousands of quilometers away from the south…
The report by the Arctic Council (Protection of the Arctic Marine Environment, PAME) explains how indigenous populations are being affected by climate change. The rapid increase in temperature occurring in…
Over more than 80 years, scientists from Antarctic Treaty-participating countries have been conducting research in Antarctica, establishing research stations across the continent. These stations are essential for conducting scientific research…
Most of the human population does not know and has probably never heard of the Antarctic krill species (Euphasia superba). However, this small marine species is designated by many scientists…
Although limited in size, Antarctica has ice-free areas that play a crucial role in understanding this region's ancient history. Fossils found in these regions reveal insights into the climate…
The snow cover of the polar regions is an important component of the global climate system, not only because it modifies energy and moisture fluxes between the land surface and…
Fisheries play a critical role in the conservation of many marine vertebrates, whether by bycatch, collision with vessels, or overfishing their food resource. An example of marine vertebrates that face…
Climate change is one of the factors with an influence on food web structure. This month’s question is: Will animals have the necessary capacity to adjust their energetic expenditure and…
The presence of microplastics in marine organisms is a growing concern worldwide, as these materials can have harmful effects on animal health and the ecosystem as a whole. The selected…