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photo: This image shows the mean vertical temperature difference in the 0.5- to 200-meter sublayer of the North Pacific Ocean, from 1982-1989 and 2007-2014. Red represents increased and dark blue decreased temperature differences (in degrees Celsius), with significant changes marked by black dots. look more Credit: 2024 Zhen and Ito/Fish and Fisheries The weight of fish in the western North Pacific Ocean plunged in the 2010s due to warmer waters limiting food supplies, according to a new University of Tokyo study. The researchers analyzed the individual weight and overall biomass of 13 fish species. In the 1980s and 2010s, the…

Are you ready to make this holiday season special for your furry friend? Well, you’re in luck because Santa Paws came early with the ultimate gift guide for your four-legged family member! We know how important it is to find the perfect gifts that will make tails wag and hearts melt. In our effort to spread joy to every pup, we’ve put together “Santa Paws Approved: Top 10 Dog Christmas Gifts for 2023!” These gifts are not just gifts; they are tail-wagging, ear-perking, slobbery-kiss-inducing sensations! From long-lasting holiday chews to a 15-pack of festive dog toys, we’ve got your pup’s…

At press time, the states of Connecticut, Massachusetts and Rhode Island are still seeking public comment and input on the 2024 fishing regulations for saltwater fishing. So, the list of regulations for the tri-state area is likely to be completed by May 1. But, here’s some news on how the regulations are shaping up. The RI Marine Fisheries Council will meet on April 1 to vote on their recommendations to the Director. The Director will take the Council’s recommendations including all public comments received at the public hearing on February 28, and the recommendations of the Division’s scientists and make…

(Reuters) – Jif peanut butter maker JM Smucker topped Wall Street estimates for third-quarter profit, as demand for its high-priced pet food and pantry staples remained amid the backdrop of rising prices in a high-inflation environment.The company’s shares, which have fallen nearly 20% in the past year, are up more than 1%.Demand for JM Smucker’s frozen snacks such as Uncrustables frozen sandwiches remained strong even as home cooking became more popular among consumers affected by inflation.The Orrville, Ohio-based company posted third-quarter net sales of $2.23 billion, compared with analysts’ average estimate of $2.22 billion, according to LSEG data.The company’s volume…

Costa Rica birding covers a wide range of avian experiences. There are dry lowlands with Turquoise-browed Motmots and Double-striped Thick-Knees, backyard Blue-gray Tanagers, and toucans screaming from the treetops.It is a thick knee. I know, a weird, orthopedic sounding name for a bird! And that’s just the tip of the iceberg.There are a lot of birds up here, even unusual species or ones that are hard to find no matter where you bring the wine. That’s what this post is about and although I’ve written a similar thing or two about birding at Irazu Volcano, here we go again.Irazu is…

According to our latest study, the global Pet Accessories market size is valued at USD 21100 million in 2022 and is estimated at a readjusted size of USD 35060 million by 2029 with a CAGR of 7.5Percent during the review period. The influence of COVID-19 and the Russia-Ukraine War are considered while estimating the market sizes.Global key players of pet accessories include Hartz Mountain, Rolf C Hagen, Central Garden and Pet Company, etc. The top three players have a share of around 7Percent. North America is the largest producer, with a share of around 42Percent, followed by Asia-Pacific and Europe,…

DoorDash has announced a new partnership with Pet Supplies Plus, a pet retail franchise offering on-demand delivery of pet essentials from 720 locations. Whether it’s restocking food for their companion animals or treating their pet to a new treat, pet parents can now enjoy the convenience of same-day delivery with DoorDash, said Chris Rowland, CEO of Pet Supplies Plus.”Innovation continues to be a top priority for our brand as we assess how we can further meet the needs of our neighbors,” said Rowland. “This new partnership with DoorDash provides another option for our neighbors to get what they need to…

DoorDash (NASDAQ: DASH), the local commerce platform, today announced a new partnership with Pet Supplies Plus, the largest and most trusted pet retail franchise, to offer on-demand delivery of pet essentials from 720 locations. Whether it’s restocking food for their furry, furry, or scaly friends, or treating their pet to a new treat, pet parents can enjoy the convenience of same-day delivery with DoorDash.”Innovation continues to be a top priority for our brand as we assess how we can further meet the needs of our neighbors,” said Chris Rowland, CEO of Pet Supplies Plus. “This new partnership with DoorDash provides…

Danionella cerebrum is a popular species for scientific study because it is transparent, meaning scientists can easily observe its brain and internal organs.Verity Cook, the lead author of the research and a PhD student at the university, told the BBC: “People are just walking around fish tanks, and they hear these sounds, and wonder if where did they come from?”It comes from the fish itself. And it’s unusual because they’re so small and so noisy.”Experts believe that the sounds are generated by the fish as a means of communication and to find each other – the species is native to…

ButcherBox For Pets offers humanely raised dry food, treats and supplements for dogs WATERTOWN, Mass., Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — ButcherBox, the leading direct-to-consumer meat and seafood brand, has announced its move into the pet space with its ButcherBox For Pets line of dry food, treats, and hip and joint supplements for dogs. The ButcherBox For Pets line is developed within a clinical vet environment with the same high quality standards as ButcherBox by sourcing humanely raised, sustainably harvested beef and chicken that are never given antibiotics or added hormones, ever. “What we’ve learned in this process, is that most…