Laura Moss is a journalist with more than 15 years of experience writing about science, nature, culture, and the environment. These bizarre-looking animals even have an adorable name to match their ...

It has been scientifically proven that humans are drawn to creatures with big soulful eyes, delicate facial features and plush furry softness. Experts say that they speak to our nurturing instincts, ...

These awesome sea animal crafts are the perfect way to splash creativity into the classroom. From fish to jellies and ...

Photos of Costasiella kuroshimae, a.k.a. the “leaf sheep” sea slug, have recently gone viral on Twitter again, and for good reason. The leaf sheep doesn’t just have an absurdly cute name, it also has ...

When you think of deep-sea fish, chances are you imagine sharp-toothed, foreboding-looking monsters. However, researchers have discovered three new deep-sea species in the eastern Pacific Ocean, and ...

In our busy lives, even a small moment of happiness can make a big difference. Few things cheer us up like seeing an animal that seems to be smiling. Whether it’s a happy quokka or a playful dog, ...

Children can’t get enough ocean animals. But their marine habitat is in trouble. As the ocean’s temperature continue to rise by 0.14°F each decade, sea levels along U.S. coastlines are set to rise a ...