Bears in Alaska’s Hallo Bay Are Changing What They Eat

It’s out with fish and in with berries and leafy greens—but scientists aren’t entirely sure why.

Jan 6, 2022 | 700 words, about 3 minutes

China’s Surprisingly Robust System of Marine Protection

China is not slouching on its marine protection efforts—domestically, at least.

Jan 5, 2022 | 750 words, about 3 minutes

Oil Rigs Are a Refuge in a Dying Sea

Our reliance on fossil fuels is harming marine ecosystems—but the platforms we use to extract oil are giving marine life new homes.

Jan 4, 2022 | 5,200 words, about 26 minutes

How Dead Whales Seem to Connect Deep-Sea Life

By sinking a dead whale to the bottom of the ocean and studying what comes to visit, scientists are learning more about how deep-sea ecosystems are related.

Jan 3, 2022 | 800 words, about 4 minutes

Stones as Medium, Beach as Canvas

Once a year, the creative and the curious gather on a Scottish beach for the European Stone Stacking Championships.

Dec 30, 2021 | 1,200 words, about 6 minutes

Behold, the Deepest-Dwelling Squid Known to Science

They went looking for a war wreck 6,000 meters under the sea—and found a squid instead.

Dec 29, 2021 | 750 words, about 3 minutes

Taking Down a Turtle Trafficker

When a package begins to move on its own in Canadian airport customs, it leads authorities to an international smuggling network.

Dec 28, 2021 | 3,500 words, about 18 minutes

One Great Shot: Magic in the Minutiae

Up close, a hydroid polyp looks more like a fairy’s wand or crystal ball than an animal.

Dec 23, 2021 | 150 words, 1 photo