Elkhorn coral helps form the skeleton of a healthy reef, but more than 95% of the Elkhorn coral off Florida has been wiped ...

Off the coast of Bunaken Island, Indonesia, two creatures’ vibrant bodies made them stand out against their rocky reef environment as divers swam past, leading to their discovery as two species new to ...

WASHINGTON— The National Marine Fisheries Service announced critical habitat designations today for five threatened coral species living in the Pacific Ocean. The agency’s final rule protects 92 ...

A total of 464 square meters of coral reef were damaged when a Chinese fishing militia anchored at a cay near Pag-asa (Thitu) Island in the West Philippine ...

Not every snake sticks to dry land. While most people picture them slipping through leaves or sunbathing on rocks, the truth ...

Boasting beauty and variety, choose from the many beaches dotted around the island of Mauritius for a day at the beach ...

Discover some of the world's rarest snakes. The St. Lucia Racer, Antiguan racer, and Albany adder face critical endangerment.

Among the native species, there are six venomous species, including five pit vipers (three rattlesnakes, the cottonmouth and ...

A wealth of history and ecology await in South Florida's abundant nature preserves. Experience it firsthand solo or on tours ...

The colorful coral snake is the most venomous snake in Arizona. Here is the best way to avoid coral snakes and what to do if you are bitten.

The colorful coral snake is the most venomous snake in Arizona. Here is the best way to avoid coral snakes and what to do if you are bitten.

In some environments, freezing might actually be a bad idea. Small reef sharks and bottom-dwelling rays often squeeze through ...