New discovery of a fragile ecosystem beneath undersea volcano leaves researchers baffled. They fear it may be vulnerable to ...

In this edition of “Ask a Marine Biologist,” Dr. David Shiffman discusses a challenging environment for marine life.

Elephants have the ability to live up to 70 years. These mammals are known for their intelligence and strong social bonds.

The remarkable longevity of these animals is often linked to slow metabolisms, deep-sea habitats, or protective shells that ...

Similarly, anglerfish—typically found in the ocean’s darkest depths—have been observed in shallower waters. Marine biologists ...