West coast of sweden

    The harbor seal population is declining – due to fish scarcity

    The harbor seal population is declining – due to fish scarcity

    Researchers have now established that the harbor seals in the Kosterhavet area are becoming increasingly scarce. Last year, only half of the females gave birth to pups. This is according to research from the University of Gothenburg, following this year's seal count. – We were very surprised. These low numbers cannot be dismissed year after year, says Karin Hårding, professor of zoological ecology at the University of Gothenburg and the leader of the project.

    Invasive species part 5 – Clinging Jellyfish – alien but not invasive

    Invasive species part 5 – Clinging Jellyfish – alien but not invasive

    In English the species name is "clinging jellyfish" in Swedish it is called “klängmedusa”.