UAF scientists have found microplastics in all marine species they’ve studied so; new results show transfer from mother seals ...

These tiny creatures may be no bigger than your little finger, but scientists plan to start counting them from space. Knowing ...

Differences in seawater colour could reveal how tiny Antarctic creatures are faring in a warming world.

UK scientists plan to monitor krill from space as species threatened by warming - The researchers hope to analyse where populations are and track how they are changing over time.

The world's largest and oldest iceberg is on a collision course with a remote island... potentially putting wildlife in danger. Known as 'megaberg' the colossal slab of ice is drifting towards South ...

This deep-sea polar worm looks like it can't decide if it's dressed for a glitzy party or a gruesome massacre.

A researcher at UNCW is gearing up for a trip spanning more than 8,000 miles.  Dr. Jake Warner with the university’s marine ...

Scientists discovered the 1-foot-long animal while aboard a submersible several miles deep in the Pacific Ocean. Take a look.

The world's largest invertebrate remained hidden from humanity until a tantalising glimpse 100 years ago. But it would be ...

“A beautiful (minke) whale was spotted near Bundeena Wharf today, giving passengers on the Cronulla Ferries an unforgettable experience,” the company said on Facebook. “These majestic creatures are ...

New research shows sea turtles, penguins and whales swim at optimal depths to minimise the energetic cost of travel.

Why it's awesome: Earth's oceans are home to many secretive and unusual creatures that humans rarely see — including giant ...