Catherine Schmitt
Shipwrecks, Shipworms, and the Fate of Forests in the Sea
The naval shipworm is actually a clam with an insatiable appetite for wood.
Tracking the Health of Acadia’s Lakes
Protecting the water supplies in Acadia.
The Secret Life of Periwinkles
Periwinkles are so common, it’s easy to dismiss them. But these little marine snails have an interesting story to tell.
Cultivating Wonder
Naturalist and environmental advocate, Rachel Carson found inspiration and solace on the coast of Maine, where she owned a small house.
Research Along Maine’s Long Wild Edge
Maine is home to 18+ marine labs and field stations making the state a leader in efforts to understand and teach about the marine environment.
Black & White
Sea ducks arrive in Maine waters in the winter just as many other birds migrate south, giving new meaning to the term “snow birds.”
The Heart of the Sea
As dams are removed, reconnecting Maine lakes and the salty sea, alewife populations are rebounding. And that’s a good thing, biologists say.
Why We Love the Ocean
Being in and on the ocean makes most people happy. It turns out that’s no fluke.
Ice Age Survivors
When the last of the glaciers left by the ice age finally disappeared more than 10,000 years ago, they cleared the way for two evolutionary wonders of the animal kingdom: landlocked salmon and arctic char.
Arctic Warming and Maine
The Artic is melting, and Maine is feeling the impact as many cold-water fish species move north and weather patterns shift.
