Zoology
In the Partnership of Octopus and Fish, a Marvelous Sign of Resilience
It’s not just physical adaptations that allow creatures to survive the challenges of a warming planet. It’s learning, too.
The Curious Strength of a Sea Sponge’s Glass Skeleton
A glass sponge found deep in the Pacific shows a remarkable ability to withstand compression and bending, on top of the sponge’s other unusual properties.
We Didn’t Evolve for This
A lesson from the animal kingdom on why COVID-19 is so deadly to humans.
Fish in the 21st Century: The Good, the Bad, and the Hopeful
Will our relations with fish ever catch up to our knowledge?
How Sea Turtles Find Their Way
Whether you’re a sea turtle or a ship’s captain, you’ll need two tools—a map and a compass.
These Photos Remind Us Why Conservation Matters
Enjoy the 2020 winners of a natural photography competition.
Lessons for the Return of Great White Sharks
Modern science has largely debunked the idea of sharks as marauding “man eaters.” Can modern culture catch up?
The Earth-Shaping Animal Migration No One Ever Sees
A closer look at one of nature’s hidden wonders.
To Save Sharks, We Must Understand People
In Sri Lanka, laws are supposed to protect sharks—but what if people won’t obey the laws?
