The ocean soundtrack of the popular imagination is a largely silent one, interrupted only by the mournful aria of migrating whales or the acapella vocalizations of dolphin pods. In fact, the ...

A growing challenge which is emerging beneath the waves and threatens the balance of marine life is the ocean noise pollution. The main reason behind this pollution is the increase in shipping, ...

The ocean is a noisy place, buzzing with sounds created by wildlife, weather, seasons and earthquakes. For sea animals, these sounds form their natural “soundscape”, but a new article in Science shows ...

Shipping noise and other sounds from human activity in oceans harm numerous marine species, according to a broad new assessment of existing research. The findings, published this month in Science, ...

Ocean noise pollution can extend beyond individual animals to impact entire ecosystems. Here are the facts and how you can help. As a journalist, Gabriella Sotelo covers the environment, climate ...