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Understanding the Mantis Shrimp's Bullet-Like Punch

The mantis shrimp may be small, but it packs a powerful punch—literally.

Tracking Endangered Whale Sharks with eDNA

On Australia's Ningaloo Reef, researchers and Australia’s richest man are using environmental DNA to unlock the mysteries of the world's biggest fish.

Ocean Warming Could Lead to Smaller Fish, New Study Finds

Ocean warming puts fish are at risk of becoming smaller due to the lower oxygen content of warm water, reports a new study.

Sea Lions Use Whiskers Like Humans Use Fingertips, Scientists Find

Sea lions use their whiskers in “task-specific” ways, adjusting the specific way they’re moved depending on what they intend to discover about a particular object.

How Smart are Octopuses? Are Other Marine Animals Smart?

Dolphins aren't the only animals that use tools — octopuses and otters do too.

Scientists Find Evidence Leopard Seals Feed on Sharks

During the study that led to this revelation, researchers looked at shark remains found in the scat of the leopard seals as well as visible signs of struggle on the seals’ bodies.

Liveaboard Diving in Belize's New Shark Sanctuaries

*Belize Aggressor IV's* 24 dives in six days explore a newly minted shark sanctuary with worldwide implications.

How Does the Moon Affect Marine Life Behavior?

The light of the moon can shape hunting, mating and more in the ocean.