Diseases in the ocean, caused by viruses, bacteria or parasites, can have far-reaching consequences for marine ecosystems.

The United States signed the treaty — formally known as the “Agreement under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the ...

It was one of the largest, longest and most lethal harmful algae blooms in Southern California’s recorded history, claiming ...

A new database detailing the maximum body size of marine life will shed light on species at risk from climate change and ...

A recent report highlights the increasing intentional and accidental transfer of foreign species worldwide, identifying ...

A new study documents the discovery of over 100 ribbon worm species off the coast of Oman, most of which are new to science.

The first new species, Peltospira gargantua, was found on a black smoker chimney in the Hydra field at a depth of about 12,300 feet, researchers said.

Tracking marine megafauna reveals critical ocean areas needing protection - scientists call for more than 30% coverage.

A sweeping new study is helping pinpoint where whales, sharks, turtles, and other ocean giants need the most protection and ...

The vast, sunlit waters of the ocean’s surface, known as the photic zone, nurture 90% of marine life. Sunlight and moonlight ...

The Marine Discovery Center in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, offers popular two-hour dolphin and sunset tours on the Indian ...

Abu Dhabi environment officials have hailed the first recorded sighting of a whitespotted grouper in the emirate's waters as ...