A recent tragedy occurred in Indian River County, Florida when an elderly man tried to save a turtle. The reptile was slowly ...

The shell is then covered in an outer layer made from keratin, the same substance human fingernails are made from. Next time you handle a turtle, remember their shell is an integral part of them ...

Fossilized shark teeth and shark vertebrate were just a few of the exhibits on display July 7-11 during the Little Medical ...

Researchers from the South China Sea Institute of Oceanology under the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) have, for the first ...

A Smithsonian-led research team has discovered the oldest known pterosaur in North America, a sea gull-sized winged reptile ...

In the remote reaches of Arizona s Petrified Forest National Park, scientists have unearthed North America's oldest known pterosaur a small, gull-sized flier that once soared above Triassic ecosystems ...

Looking for epic hikes and ancient discoveries in North Dakota? This scenic spot delivers adventure by land and water.

The snorkelling and diving in the Pacific Ocean is unmatched, and luxury cruise options make the trip possible in brilliant ...

Driving along the Tamiami Trail (US-41) through the vast Everglades, you might blink and miss the small town of Ochopee, home ...

Turtles live centuries with almost no cancer. Here’s what researchers found inside their ancient cells — and why it matters ...

Monday, July 14, four museums on the south side of the National Mall are closed due to an HVAC issue. See Plan Your Visit for details.