A colorful coral reef, viewed from just beneath the surface of the ocean. A winding river delta, seen from far up in the sky.

Scientists have identified 866 new species as part of the Ocean Census, a global mission to protect and accelerate the ...

“The support from the community as word has gotten out about the break-in has been overwhelming,” Watson said. “There are so many amazing animals at the shelter. We hope this will inspire ...

Orcas have “killer” in their common name, but did you know that they’re also smart? Among all sea mammals, these creatures have the second-largest brain next to sperm whales. Orca brains are almost ...

Natalia Fedori/Shutterstock.com An incredible sea anemone fact is that these strange creatures look like flowers of the sea. The most iconic sea anemones have thick stalks and heads covered in short, ...

Sea snakes are spectacular and mysterious sea creatures often very hard to find. They are restricted to coastal areas of the Indian Ocean and Western Pacific Ocean. Sea snakes have laterally ...

A mission to detect some of Australia and New Zealand’s most elusive underwater creatures has been revealed ... “When we get into the deep sea, we're discovering new species.

Marine litter, including plastic packaging and ropes, as well as discarded or lost fishing gear like nets, lines and traps, can cause significant harm to sea animals. Ingesting marine debris may ...

and other illnesses in marine animals. In Amber’s case, it is believed she was attacked, but the exact cause of her injury is yet to be specified. Amber is now released back into the ocean. The ...

The Peruvian sea was home to a colossal animal that surprised researchers after analyzing its bone formation. Credits: Reuters Although the word “basilosaurus” means “king lizard”, this ...