OREGON COAST / WASHINGTON COAST MARINE SCIENCE NEWS, UPDATES, REFERENCE
Marine Biology

Killer Whale Sightings Making Big Splash on Oregon Coast - And It's the Apex ...
It's the same line of transient orcas involved in the whale kill in 2023. Marine sciences

Destructive, Invasive Crab Found on N. Oregon Coast, Officials Ask Public's Help
Chinese mitten crab was found near Astoria. Marine sciences

Washington Coast Gets Another Green Light for Razor Clamming, April 26 - May 3
Long Beach, Copalis, Twin Harbors and Mocrocks. Washington events

Gnarly Lancetfish Found on N. Oregon Coast - and No, It's Not a Barracuda
Found in Seaside still intact, they were able to examine it. Marine sciences, Seaside Aquarium

Spring's Weird Things Along Washington, Oregon Coast
Whale burps, ocean burps, freaky skeletons, mermaid purses, live eggs, more. Marine sciences

Whale Body Parts Found on Oregon Coast - Two Whales Strand on Washington Coast
One was a rare orca find; both suspected human interaction. Marine sciences

Washington Coast Begins Week of Clam Digs, April 12 Through 18
Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks and Copalis at different times. Washington coast events

Astoria's Crab, Seafood, Wine Fest Floods N. Oregon Coast with Yumminess in A...
April 25 to 27 at the Clatsop County Fairgrounds. Astoria events, Cannon Beach events

Oregon Coast Outdoors: Clamming, Crabbing, Surfing, Fishing, Boarding Deep Guide
The wilds of the coast and hang gliding, boating, mussels, hiking, fishing, crabbing, sandboarding, more. Sciences

Famed Washed Ashore Project Will Be New Exhibit at Newport's Oregon Coast Aqu...
The unique exhibit of animals made from debris begins in May. Newport events, Lincoln City events

Elephant Seal Resting on N. Oregon Coast Beach While Molting: Stay Away - Video
The process is painful but it needs to be left alone. Marine sciences

10 Odd Things That Were Blown Up on Oregon Coast (or just exploded)
2 whales, famous rocks, a bridge, shipwrecks, one ghost ship, even a satellite. History, sciences

Killer Whales Return to Oregon Coast with More Than 10 Off Depoe Bay
Orcas are back as if on cue, might see them through June. Marine sciences, weather

Oregon Coast Whale Watch Week Begins Amid More Worries About Gray Whale Popul...
March 22 - 30, but you may see less in coming years. South coast events, Florence events, Astoria events, Seaside events, Cannon Beach events, Manzanita events, Rockaway Beach events, Tillamook events, Garibaldi events, Oceanside events, Pacific City events, Lincoln City events, Depoe Bay events, Newport events, Waldport events, Newport events, Yachats events

Lewis Moon Snail and Its Freaky Egg Casings Found on Oregon, Washington Coasts
Lewis Moon Snail and Its Freaky Egg Casings Found on Oregon, Washington Coasts

Nasty Little Green Crab and Its Attack on N. Oregon Coast's Netarts Bay
Nasty Little Green Crab and Its Attack on N. Oregon Coast's Netarts Bay - April 5 in Netarts and online will look at the effects. Oceanside events, Tillamook events, Rockaway Beach events

Washington Coast Razor Clam Digs Get Green Light for March 8 - 14, More Coming
There are tentative digs into May for Long Beach, Copalis, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks. Washington coast events

Sharks of Oregon Coast Featured on New License Plate: Vouchers Now Available
DMV needs 3,000 vouchers sold before it can happen. Support Oregon sciences

Weird Oregon Coast History in Waldport: Monster Legends, UFO Cult, Blowing Up...
Dynamiting a bridge, almost blowing up a whale, crooner connection, more

S. Oregon Coast March Events: Coos Bay's Clambake, History Walks, Farmers Mar...
March 4 History Museum event; March 13 - 16 Clambake Fest; Guided tours. Coos Bay events

Looking Ahead on Oregon Coast: Depoe Bay, Newport Highlights in 2025
Agate Beach Surf, Ride the Dirt Wave, Hatfield Marine Science Day, Wooden Boat Show, Jazz Party, holidays, Sea of Lights. Newport events

When Sand Dollars Move on Oregon / Washington Coast the Unexpected Can Happen
They can inadvertently create art; how sand dollars move. Marine sciences

Charleston Crab Feed 2025: 900 Pounds of Dungeness for S. Oregon Coast Visitors
Feb 8 at Oregon Institute of Marine Biology. Coos Bay events

Sea Cherubs, Sea Butterflies, 'Fire Bodies' - Fantastic Beasts of Oregon Coas...
Large pyrosomes and other wonders washing up. Marine sciences

Commercial Dungeness Crab Opens on N. Oregon Coast, Washington
The fishery opens Jan. 15 from Cape Falcon to Klitsap Beach. Marine sciences

Biggest Oregon / Washington Coast Stories of 2024: Aurora, Tornado, Crumbling...
Fireballs, storms, dog rescues, tar balls, quake / tsunami evac, shellfish poison, more

Razor Clamming Right Now on Washington Coast ? Oregon Coast
Two thirds of Oregon closed, tentative dates set in Washington. Marine sciences

Where to Watch Whales in Lincoln City - Oregon Coast Vantage Points You Didn'...
Above the beaches, to the cliffs and viewpoints

Oregon Wildlife Officials Say Someone Dumped Possibly Invasive Koi into Eugen...
ODFW staff responded to the Armitage Boat Landing Wed. Sciences

Cajoling Cracks 'n Crevices of One Out-of-the-Way Oregon Coast Beach Near New...
Holes slowly becoming caves and sandy intrigue. Travel tips, Waldport, Seal Rock

Some State Residents Qualify for 50 Percent Discount at Oregon Coast Aquarium
Those in specific programs can qualify at the Newport facility

Oregon Coast Winter Whale Watch Week May Give Glimpses of More Than Grays
Dec. 27 - 31, and you may see orcas too. Marine sciences

Unusually Large Number of Female Dungeness on Washington Coast Beaches, Offic...
It's 'rare,' they say: be careful digging clams. Marine sciences, Long Beach, Westport

Oregon Coast Commercial Crabbing Fishery in Ocean and Bays Opens in Dec
However, only from part of the north coast to the California border. Marine sciences

Tubular Oddity Back on Oregon Coast: Here's What They Are
Pyrosomes have returned, sometimes called sea pickles - and yes, the glow. Marine sciences

Recreational Crabbing Now Back Open Along All of Oregon Coast
All commercial crabbing is still delayed, however. Marine science

A Sea of Lights at Newport's Oregon Coast Aquarium Throughout December
First three Friday and Saturday evenings in December 2024. Newport events

Ona Beach's Pristine, Graceful Yet Alien Curiosities: Near Central Oregon Coa...
Ona Beach State Park is part of Brian Booth State Park. Waldport, Newport, Yachats

Commercial Ocean and Bay Crabbing Delayed Along Oregon Coast
Commercial bay crabbing closes as well. Marine sciences

Now Is Season of Stranded Sea Turtles on Oregon Coast: First Rescue Dies With...
Experts say now you should keep an eye out for them. Marine sciences

All Dungeness Crabbing Closed on Part of South Oregon Coast
Dungeness and red rock crab are closed from Cape Blanco to Brookings. Marine sciences