A charming photograph of the urban area of Iqaluit. Credit to the Nunatsiaq News. Today’s article shall be discussing the History of Iqaluit, the capital of Nunavut, Canada. Iqaluit is the capital of the Canadian province, Nunavut. Iqaluit is considered one of the most ideal places for fishing in the nearby area. It is the only city in the entire province, with a minuscule population of 7,429 people. This is the lowest population of any provincial Canadian capital. Located on

This article is part of our Marine Hall of Distinction collection. In this special collection, we discuss the marine biologists who have contributed most to marine biology & oceanography. We do this to commemorate these marine biologists & show gratitude for everything they have contributed to our oceans. Today’s marine scientist is the extraordinary carcinologist, Thomas Elliot Bowman III! Thomas Elliot Bowman III is a famed marine biologist, carcinologist, & researcher know

A gorgeous photograph of Iqaluit, Nunavut, Canada, during the summer. Credit to the government of Iqaluit. Today’s article shall be discussing the oceans surrounding Iqaluit, the capital of Nunavut, Canada. Iqaluit is the capital of the Canadian province, Nunavut. Iqaluit is considered one of the most ideal places for fishing in the area. It is the only city in the entire province, with a minuscule population of 7,429 people. This is the lowest population of any provincial Ca

Today’s nautical chart is a 166-year-old nautical map of the Florida Keys, from Ramrod Key to Boca Grande Key! The Florida Keys are a magnificent set of islands off the coast of the Florida Panhandle in the United States. They are known for their distinctive wildlife, relaxing resorts, & beautiful beaches. They are located in the Gulf of Mexico, from The chart depicts the lower portion of the Florida Keys, known as the Southern Keys. The chart is in English, & contains a trem

A gorgeous photograph of a Beluga Whale (Delphinapterus leucas). This month’s article series shall be discussing the elusive & frigid, Iqaluit. Iqaluit is the capital of the Canadian province, Nunavut. Iqaluit is considered one of the most ideal places for fishing in the nearby area. It is the only city in the entire province, with a minuscule population of 7,429 people. This is the lowest population of any provincial Canadian capital. Located on the Baffin Island, the city i

Recently, we were fortunate to interview the extraordinary marine scientist, Dr. Richard C. Brusca. Dr. Brusca is a marine biologist, invertebrate zoologist, writer, researcher, and goldendoodle enthusiast known for his work with invertebrates, the Sea of Cortez, and Latin America. He is a prolific author, with over 200 publications and 16 books, and he has earned numerous prestigious awards such as the U.S.Department of Defence Award for Civil Service. Apart from his scienti

Today’s article shall discuss the history of the Isle of Man. The Isle of Man is a self-governing British Crown dependency, located in the Irish Sea. It is between Great Britain, & Ireland. It is not owned by the UK, nor is it a territory, though those who are born on the island are entitled to British Citizenship. The island is most well known for its tax-free status, beautiful fields, sweeping coastlines, & gorgeous cliffs. Additionally, the island is home to the oldest con

A splendid photograph of Richard C. Brusca & his hound, an 80-pound golden doodle named Alfred Russell Wallace. Credit to Wendy Moore. This article is part of our collection known as the Marine Hall of Distinction. In this special collection, we will discuss marine biologists who have made the most significant contributions to marine biology and oceanography. We do this to commemorate these marine biologists and show gratitude for everything they have contributed to our ocean

A scintillating photograph of spring in the Isle of Man. Credit to The Scottish Sun. This month's article series will be discussing the tranquil & beautiful, Isle of Man. The Isle of Man is a self-governing British Crown dependency, located in the Irish Sea. It is between Great Britain, & Ireland. It is not owned by the UK, nor is it a territory, though those who are born on the island are entitled to British Citizenship. The island is most well known for its tax-free status,

A stunning photograph of the Jurassic Coast along Southern England. England is one of the primary subjects of today’s nautical chart. Credit to Yohantha Gunawarma. Today’s antique nautical chart is a 168-year-old chart of the British Isles! The chart depicts the entirety of the British Isles, Ireland, & the tides around said areas. The British Isles are the islands the administrative region of the Isle of Man, & the United Kingdom. The chart showcases the tides of Northweste

A photograph of a Brooding Snake Star sitting atop a rock. Credit to diverosa.com . This month's article series will be discussing the tranquil & beautiful, Isle of Man. The Isle of Man is a self-governing British Crown dependency, located in the Irish Sea. It is between Great Britain, & Ireland. It is not owned by the UK, nor is it a territory, though those who are born on the island are entitled to British Citizenship. The island is most well known for its tax-free status,

A serene photograph of Sanibel Island’s coastline. Credit to Florida Like A Pro. In today’s article, we will be discussing the documented history of Sanibel Island, Florida. Sanibel Island is an island on the Gulf Coast of southern Florida. The island is most well known for its sandy beaches, shells, & wildlife reserves. The primary wildlife reserve on the island, is J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge. The scenery of the island is superb, & adds beautifully to the h

A distinguished photograph of Donald Putnam Abbott. Credit to Stanford University. This article is part of our collection known as the Marine Hall of Distinction. This special collection will discuss marine biologists who have served marine biology and oceanography the most. We do this to commemorate these marine biologists and show gratitude for everything they have contributed to our oceans. Today's marine scientist is Donald Putnam Abbott. Dr. Donald Putnam Abott was an Am

A mesmerizing photograph of the teal blue sea surrounding the coast of Sanibel Island, Florida, USA. Credit to photographer Vito Palmisiano. In today's article, we will discuss the oceans surrounding Sanibel Island, an island on the Gulf Coast of southern Florida. The island is most well known for its sandy beaches, shells, & wildlife reserves. The primary wildlife reserve on the island is J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge. The scenery of the island is superb, & ad

Recently, we were extraordinarily pleased to sit down with Dr. Alexandra Davis, a marine ecologist, marine biologist, diversity advocate, scientific diver, & professor! Dr. Alexandra Davis is an ocean researcher, invasive species expert, scientific diver, marine spatial ecologist, cat enthusiast, & Professor of Biology at California State University, Northridge. She is well known for her research on invasive species, her research on spatial ecology, & her nonprofit advocacy w

Today’s vintage nautical chart is a 51-year-old chart of Santa Monica Bay, California, USA! This chart depicts the entirety of Santa Monica Bay, a well-known bay immediately west of Los Angeles known for its vibrant marine scenes, natural beauty, & economic importance. It showcases the developments around the bay as well, including Los Angeles International Airport, the Pacific Palisades, Palos Verdes, & El Segundo. However, these various developments have all proliferated si

A photograph of a gorgeous pair of Greater Amberjacks, swimming near the sea floor together. Credit to John Turnbull. This month’s article series will be discussing the beautiful & tranquil, Sanibel Island. Sanibel Island is an island on the gulf coast of southern Florida. The island is most well known for its sandy beaches, shells, & wildlife reserves. The primary wildlife reserve on the island, is J.N “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge. The scenery of the island is sup

The Pyura chilensis is a sea creature that, from far away, resembles a rock you might see adrift in the deep ocean. However, this is far from the case, and if you went closer, you'd see an active and intricate organism. This animal is called a tunicate, or sea squirt, a marine animal that attains a strong, supple frame, commonly attaching to rocks or other similar surfaces through its posterior (backend).

A photograph of a massive whale shark, swimming near the surface of the ocean. Credit to Andrea Izzotti. Today's article shall be discussing the oceans of Pujada Bay, Philippines. Pujada Bay is a bay located in the Southern Philippines, on the island of Mindanao. Mindanao is approximately 946.86 Nautical Miles (1,753.58472 kilometers or 1,089.62703 miles) away from mainland Asia. On November 17th of 2019, the Bay was put on the Most Beautiful Bays in the World List. For this

A photograph of Jerry Laurens Barnard looking distinguished in his laboratory taken at an unknown date. This article is part of our collection known as the Marine Hall of Distinction. In this special collection, we will discuss marine biologists who have served marine biology and oceanography the most. We do this to commemorate these marine biologists and show gratitude for everything they have contributed to our oceans. Today's marine scientist is Jerry Laurens Barnard. Jerr