Will marine heatwaves help these venomous sea creatures thrive in Europe? Beachgoers have been warned to stay vigilant after a Portuguese man o’ war washed up Anglesey, an island in north Wales. Closely related to jellyfish, the alien-like sea creatures are recognisable for their striking blue-violet balloon-like floats, thought to resemble a war ship’s sail....
Background The aquatic ecosystem is highly susceptible to climate change and other environmental factors, including residual toxins. Pollution of the marine environment can alter the ocean’s biological, physical, and chemical states, which in turn can severely affect the marine ecosystem and marine wildlife. The Pacific covers about 28% of the Earth’s surface and is among...