Why Was This Ancient Tusk 150 Miles From Land, 10,000 Feet Deep? - New York Times
A discovery in the Pacific Ocean off California leads to “an ‘Indiana Jones’ mixed with ‘Jurassic Park’ moment.”
Milkweed Butterflies Are More Murderous Than They Look - New York Times
This behavior by the fluttering insects was so unusual that scientists had to invent a new word to describe it.
Sneaky Thieves Steal Hair From Foxes, Raccoons, Dogs, Even You - New York Times
It’s simple: Mammals have hair or fur. Birds want it.
Deep-sea Shark Bonanza Seen off Remote Island Chain - National Geographic
During an OceanX expedition, scientists are getting an unprecedented look into the lives of mysterious sixgill sharks, top predators that...
On the Verge of Extinction, These Whales Are Also Shrinking - New York Times
The few living North Atlantic right whales are smaller than previous generations, and some show signs of severely stunted development.
The Bro Bonds of Sperm Whales - Hakai Magazine
Whether for survival or for friendship, male sperm whales travel the seas with the boys.
The 1,000-Year Secret That Made Betta Fish Beautiful - New York Times
Scientists found that the fish were gradually domesticated like dog breeds into the beautiful shapes and colors that turn up today in pet...
These Ants Shrink Their Brains for a Chance to Become Queen - New York Times
If their bids at motherhood fail, they can then regrow their brains.
The Birds and the Buoys: Using Googly Eyes to Avert Extinction - New York Times
A pair of looming eyes could scare away seabirds from fishing nets in which they are often entangled.
