Becci Jewell
Marine biologist
Becci Jewell is a marine biologist with a particular interest in marine mammals. She can often be found snorkelling in the shallows close to her home in Fife, Scotland.
Recent articles by Becci Jewell
Drone footage shows Florida sharks detecting sound from 74m away. Scientists are trying to work out how they do it
Startling sharks with sound sheds light on their sensitive hearing – but how they hear over long distances is still a mystery.
Billions of giant sea stars are dying off the coast of North America. We finally know why
Knowing exactly what is killing the sea stars – some of which can grow the size of a bicycle tyre – is a vital step forward in the recovery of the marine animals, say researchers.
Coastal wolf found dead in lair on Alaskan island – dissection reveals curious thing that caused it
Scientists investigating the coastal wolf's death tested tissue samples for viruses, disease, algal toxins and contaminants. Here's what they found...
Sea otters are suddenly flourishing along the Monterey Peninsula – for a surprising reason
The otters appear to be benefiting from the dramatic disappearance of another marine predator.
