Gulf of Maine

Published
August 24, 2023

Massive algae bloom in Gulf of Maine mystifies, worries scientists

Researchers say this kind of algae does not produce harmful toxins, but they worry its eventual die-off could lead to low oxygen levels that have preceded large fish and shellfish kills in other areas.
Published
August 20, 2023

Commentary: No matter what fossil fuel industry says, time for offshore wind is now

Wind in the Gulf of Maine is a resource we can sustainably farm for a long time to come – don’t let anybody tell you otherwise.
Published
August 16, 2023

Have you seen a blue crab in Maine? Researchers want to know where

As the ocean temperature warms, more blue crabs are moving into the Gulf of Maine, according to researchers collecting data about the species.
Published
August 9, 2023

Intertidal: Fluke or flounder? Consider the season and their eyes when identifying these flatfish
Published
July 24, 2023

Fishermen question the data behind offshore wind siting process

Fishermen at a meeting with federal officials Monday trashed the maps used to show areas that are lightly fished, saying they are relying on old data.