GIS is more than just mapping. Today, on International GIS Day, we’re highlighting the essential role geographic information systems (GIS) play in shaping effective conservation measures and deepening our understanding of rapidly changing ecosystems. This data visualization from NASA’s Scientific Visualization Studio tells the story of how drastically sea ice coverage has changed over a 20-year period in the Central Arctic Ocean—a region crucial to Arctic ecosystem health and global climate regu

This is a true story—read if you dare. 💀 The Curious Case of the ‘Corkscrew Killer’ is out now on oceansnorth.org. For years, investigators have pinned the deaths of countless seals washing ashore Sable Island on the Greenland shark. For years, the real culprit has swum free. Until now. Discover the story of a cold case and an even colder killer at the link in bio. . #spooky #mystery #halloween #trailer #marinelife #oceansnorth 📷: @nickhawkinsphotography | Oceans North