Long-distance gene control first emerged around 650 to 700 million years ago, significantly earlier than scientists had ...

Scientists still have much left to learn about the creatures, even as hundreds of thousands of them wash ashore.

A fascinating underwater creature reveals its vibrant colors and unusual features in a close up ocean view. The detailed patterns and unique appearance show how mysterious and diverse marine life can ...

A new study regarding parasites living inside fish illustrates the widespread presence of organisms in major ecosystems.

The deep sea is home to many different animals, some of which you may have never heard of before. One example is the ...

The brightly colored jellylike marine life, called “Velella velella,” show up every few years when strong winds blow in the ...

Also called "by-the-wind-sailors," these tiny sea creatures are washing up on beaches in California, Oregon and Washington.

Sea turtles are making their way ashore for nesting season, and Share the Beach is making sure the beach is fun for us, but ...

Arctic glacial fjords are hotspots of marine life, yet their seafloor environments remain some of the least explored regions ...

The jellyfish-type creatures travel the ocean via clear "sails." ...

The ocean is home to some of the most extraordinary creatures on the planet. From tiny deep sea hunters to massive gentle ...