When we think of Alaska, we typically think of grizzly bears, moose, and harsh tundras—not sharks. However, the icy waters of ...

Some shark species might belong to their own distinct lineage, which is separate from all other sharks, rays and skates, according to a new study ...

While we often wonder what sort of life might be discovered as we explore space, there is still much to be known about our own planet. The deep seas hold a great deal of mystery, and researchers ...

A rare shark species thought to be wiped out due to overfishing has been spotted for the first time after over five decades in Papua New Guinea, shedding more light on the region’s rich biodiversity.

A rare bite into the past. The fossilized tooth of a newly discovered ancient shark species – dating back about 340 million years – has been unearthed in the world’s largest cave system, officials ...

Researchers around the world are concerned about the declining ecosystems and food sources for the apex predator ...

It's Shark Week, and Mammoth Cave took the unofficial holiday to announce the discovery of another new shark species. Mammoth Cave announced the discovery of the "Macadens olsoni" Thursday. Sign up ...

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A flash of gold in the watery depths is not what most divers, fishers, or beachgoers expect to see. Even if you’re a seasoned gold hunter, the ocean is not usually the first place one thinks of, ...

Sharks in coastal waters may conjure up fearsome images of “Jaws,”but SeaWorld San Diego is about to debut a reimagined ...

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (WNCN) — Researchers who conducted a newly released study from the University of North Carolina say that buyers should be cautious at the seafood counter. After testing shark meat ...