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We often think about how land animals survive the winter, but what about marine animals? Manatees despite their hefty appearance have only about an inch of fat to insulate them from cold water temperatures, meaning that they can die of hypothermia when water temperatures dip below 68 degrees Fahrenheit. During the summer, manatees can be [...]

The Gulf of Mexico offers a variety of diverse habitats and species for those looking to fish for fun. Among the favorite catches are spotted sea trout, red drum, king mackerel and red snapper. In 2006, the Gulf of Mexico accounted for 40 percent of all U.S. marine recreational fish catch, as 3.6 million residents [...]

Since 1987, Alabama has participated in the International Coastal Cleanup, a volunteer event organized by the Ocean Conservancy to clear trash from oceans and other waterways worldwide. Over the last 20 years, 48,446 volunteers removed 951,987 pounds of trash on 2,847 miles of Alabama shoreline. The most common trash items found were cigarettes and cigarette [...]

In 2007, 24,494 volunteers in Florida removed 442,599 pounds of debris and trash from 1,891 miles of shoreline. The most common trash items found were cigarettes and cigarette filters, caps and lids, and food wrappers and containers. Viewer Tip: The International Coastal Cleanup happens every September. To learn more and register for a clean-up near [...]

In 2007, 413 volunteers in Louisiana removed 5,483 pounds of debris and trash from 48 miles of shoreline. The most common trash items were caps and lids, cigarettes and cigarette filters, and food wrappers and containers. Viewer Tip: The International Coastal Cleanup happens every September. To learn more and register for a clean-up near you, [...]

In 2007, 3,483 volunteers in Mississippi removed 52,195 pounds of debris and trash from 156 miles of shoreline. The most common trash items found were cigarettes and cigarette filters, plastic bags, and plastic beverage bottles. Viewer Tip: The International Coastal Cleanup happens every September. To learn more and register for a clean-up near you, visit [...]

In 2007, 9,610 volunteers in Texas removed 379,721 pounds of debris and trash from 189 miles of shoreline. The most common trash items found were caps and lids, cigarettes and cigarette filters, and bags. Viewer Tip: The International Coastal Cleanup happens every September. To learn more and register for a clean-up near you, visit www.oceanconservancy.org/icc. [...]

Plastic and metal trash in rivers and streams, which eventually lead to the Gulf, are far slower to decompose than other types of litter. In fact, a six-pack yoke could last over 400 years in salt water and a discarded aluminum can could take 100 to 500 years to disintegrate! Viewer Tip: Protect our waters – [...]