Bubble netting knowledge spread by humpback whales
The recovery of humpback whales in the northeastern Pacific depends not only on population size, but on the spread of a culturally learned feeding behaviour across the whales’ social networks.
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New data reveals 20% decline in harbour seal populations along Scotland’s west coast
The UK’s last stronghold for harbour seals now showing significant signs of decline, with falling numbers raising conservation concerns
How understanding animal culture can transform conservation
Pioneering research from the University of St Andrews will be the focus of a themed journal issue published today
Tool recognises dolphin accents
An expert at the University of St Andrews’ Scottish Oceans Institute has developed a groundbreaking tool that uses machine learning to identify dolphin species based on their calls.
University hosts major scientific expedition
A major scientific expedition to understand biodiversity and ecosystems along Europe’s coastlines comes to the University of St Andrews this week.
Federal government’s fact-finding visit to St Andrews
St Andrews played host to a delegation of politicians, academics, and media from Rhineland-Pfalz Palatinate in Germany this week.
Dolphin senses
St Andrews researchers have found that dolphins have a unique sense of taste that allows them to identify family and friends.
Dive in and protect the ocean
A chance to meet weird and wonderful sea creatures on an underwater journey is launching at the Wardlaw Museum this week.
Scottish Government Appointment
Professor Bill Austin from the Scottish Oceans Institute (SOI) has been appointed Chair of the Scottish Blue Carbon Forum.
Coronavirus exit strategy
The UK must get real about coronavirus exit strategy prospects says former government scientific advisor Professor Sir Ian Boyd.