Barnacles are more than ship pests. Learn how they filter water, feed predators, build habitat, and affect animals and ships.

We’re unboxing a surprise venomous reptile, and this isn’t a “rip it open and scream” video. Everything is slow, controlled, and planned—because with venomous animals, the smallest mistake can become ...

In city parks around the world, one bird has built a reputation far greater than its size would suggest. We examine how geese rely on boldness and relentless intimidation rather than brute strength to ...

Hagfish may look primitive, but their slime is a biological marvel. Learn how this jawless fish uses protein-rich mucus to stop sharks and how scientists are turning that same slime into inspiration ...

The deep sea is cold, dark and under immense pressure. Yet life has found a way to prevail there, in the form of some of Earth's strangest creatures.

Big-eyed fish, white squat lobsters and curious-looking brittle stars are all living among the wrecked ship, new study ...

Fort Ross offers a rare look at California’s Russian past, where settlers built a windswept colony far from home on the ...

New research has uncovered a mass die-off of sea urchins living in the Canary Islands—one that could signal an ongoing marine pandemic. Reading time 3 minutes An apocalyptic serial killer of sea ...

An aquarium experience inspired by the video game "Animal Crossing: New Horizons" is touring the U.S. Attendees can enjoy themed activities, photo opportunities, and meet-and-greets with game ...

One major division of the kingdom Animalia is Cnidarians (animals built around a central point) and bilaterians (animals with bilateral symmetry), which includes us humans. A study found that the sea ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Blue blood may look alien, but it’s one of evolution’s most ...