Far below the ocean’s restless surface, sperm whales have developed an unusual way to enjoy a peaceful nap. New research suggests that these enormous marine mammals release bubbles while resting,…
Scientists have identified two humpback whales that made extraordinary journeys between Australia and Brazil, setting new records for known humpback travel. The whales were recognized by the unique markings on…
India’s main stronghold for greater one-horned rhinos, the state of Assam, recorded zero rhino deaths due to poaching in 2025. This marked a repeat of the success achieved in 2023,…
A whale researcher with decades of experience recently saw something he had never witnessed before—a living pair of gingko-toothed beaked whales in their natural environment. The encounter marks a major…
A record-breaking marine heatwave reveals how climate change could rewrite the rules of life in the ocean. New research from the University of Victoria (UVic) highlights how marine heatwaves can…
“That moment for me was breathtaking, and I couldn’t fully gather myself.” A Rare Journey: Endangered Right Whales Make Unprecedented Appearance in Gulf Waters Last month, beachgoers and boaters along…
It doesn’t get much closer than that. Bartender Witnesses Once-in-a-Lifetime Paddleboarding Encounter With Whales Working at a luxury villa on the stunning coast of Los Cabos, Mexico, bartender Milton Guzman…
New research published in Science Advances has unveiled that right whales can live for more than 130 years, nearly double previous estimates. This discovery aligns them with their close relatives,…
More than 30 pilot whales that stranded themselves on a beach in New Zealand have been safely returned to the ocean after conservation workers and residents helped to refloat them…
Scientists who study a critically endangered species of whale that lives off New England say encouraging early signs suggest the animals could have a strong season for feeding and breeding…