Coral reefs may all smell the same to humans. But to some fish, reefs' smells have distinct qualities — even when they're several hundred miles away. A new study in the Proceedings of the National ...

A treasure trove of deep reef dwellers has been discovered in coral reefs off the coast of Guam, including 20 that are new to ...

With a human population of 8.3 billion people worldwide and millions facing malnutrition, food security is something to think ...

There is a very unique coral reef in Lahaina, Hawai‘i, that was started by hurricane Iniki back in 1992 when huge 30-foot waves tore apart a pier that was used by the pineapple industry. The huge ...

A team of researchers have identified unexpected ways coral reef fish living in the warmest waters on earth, in the Arabian Gulf, have adapted to survive extreme temperatures. A team of researchers ...

A new study demonstrates that marine reserves on the Great Barrier Reef are doing double duty, protecting underwater life while helping fisheries thrive, reported Phys.org. Nearly half of all coral ...

A kiss from a colorful reef fish called a tubelip wrasse is perfectly suited for eating a hazardous diet using one of the animal kingdom's most unique feeding strategies.

Since most of our planet is comprised of water - with the ocean making up over 70% of the Earth’s surface - there’s a lot to be discovered in the sea, and it’s a place that captivates at every turn.

The loggerhead turtle population was on the brink of extinction but after 40 years of careful management, the largest ...

To replenish adult spawners, marine protected areas need strong enforcement and climate-friendly design Kristen Goodhue Bluestriped grunts and gray snapper, two fish species vital to the local economy ...

From kelp forests and coral reefs to deep-sea research, conservation science, and hands-on exhibits, this San Francisco aquarium offers an in-depth experience.