In other words, domesticated animals do love their owners. (How's that for feel-good science?) In case you need more convincing, here are other research-backed facts that prove animals really do love ...

Earth’s oceans cover roughly 70% of the surface. Beneath the mesmerizing surface, marine life is being captured by nets, traps and other human-made hazards. In the process of struggling to escape, ...

Scientists have tracked over 100 species of marine animals and found that plans to protect almost a third of our seas may be insufficient.

A sweeping new study is helping pinpoint where whales, sharks, turtles, and other ocean giants need the most protection and where current efforts fall short.

We study ocean habitats and strategies for conserving ocean life. In analyzing marine protected areas, we’ve concluded that simply designating protected zones is not enough.

This animal was found at a depth of 687 meters (2254 feet). An image from the first confirmed live observation of the glacial glass squid, Galiteuthis glacialis, in its natural habitat. Credit: ...

Ocean warming threatens marine life, disrupting ecosystems and food sources, forcing species to migrate or face extinction. These marine animals are particularly vulnerable.

Habitats are diverse environments where plants and animals live, providing natural resources that living things need to survive. From vast ocean habitats to the frozen arctic tundra, there are ...

Clam shells could help scientists understand the Atlantic Ocean’s sensitive circulation system — and predict whether that crucial system might catastrophically collapse.

In a First, Scientists Find Animals Thriving Beneath the Ocean Floor in Hidden Habitats Near Deep-Sea Vents The discovery of worms and snails confirms that these still-mysterious, dark hotspots of ...

The remarkable discovery of animal life beneath the seafloor shows that life finds a way even in the most extreme environments, potentially boosting hopes for finding life beyond Earth.

The other habitats offer plenty to enjoy, too. The Archipelago allows you to see mangroves — amazing trees that thrive in saltwater — and their intricate root systems, which provide homes and ...