The ocean is full of surprises, and scientists are still finding creatures that seem almost unreal. From tiny reef animals to ...

A research trip to Antarctica uncovered marine life that hadn't been seen before in one of the world's most remote spots.

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Scientists from the California Academy of Sciences described 72 new species last year, from elegant birds to strange sea ...

A sea lion rescued from Ballona Creek earlier this month is recovering after treatment for a bacterial infection, a process ...

Learn how the harbor seal became Rhode Island’s state animal and what this whiskered swimmer says about the Ocean State.

Discover why a brief 27‑minute window outside the den can make or break a polar bear cub’s chances in a warming Arctic.

The video outlines U.S. laws that prohibit touching or approaching protected wildlife and explains why enforcement carries significant penalties. It summarizes federal rules across species and ...

For most mammals, growing up means giving up their mother’s milk. Then there are the sea lions of the Galápagos Islands.

Kangaroo Island, with its rugged coastline, pristine beaches and many animals, draws a repeat visitor wary about increased ...

Wild dolphins use sea sponges as tools to hunt safely, revealing how animal culture survives despite hidden sensory costs.