It is well known that our environment is in danger. It's perhaps less acknowledged that every species, even if it seems ...

Even more striking were the changes that occur as sharks grow. At around 3m in body length, white sharks undergo a major dental transformation. Juvenile teeth are slimmer and often feature small side ...

A goblin shark, one of the ocean’s rarest and strangest predators, was spotted near the Canary Islands for the first time.

New research shows that epaulette sharks, often called “walking sharks,” can produce eggs without increasing their overall energy use.

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A new study using advanced artificial intelligence (AI) has revealed that the asteroid strike that wiped out the dinosaurs 66 million years ago caused only a modest decline in shark and ray species.

Escape the crowds and discover a hidden North Carolina beach town that offers Outer Banks vibes, charm, and serenity all in ...

Oceana scientist Caitlynn Birch explains how environmental DNA, or eDNA, helps us understand and protect the oceans ...

In a state better known for its delicious seafood and as the home of the United States Navy, there’s a new effort to create ...

There are over 530 shark species in the world, including 20 off the Florida coast, according to Gavin Naylor, director of the Florida Program for Shark Research at the University of Florida' Florida ...

Sharktober is real in Hawaii — and it's down to the reproductive pattern of predatory tiger sharks, an analysis of 30 years ...

Shark bite incidents in Hawaii spike in October, especially from tiger sharks. Scientists link increased bites to tiger shark migration and reproductive cycles near shores. "Extra caution is advised ...