Fish
Hammerhead Sharks Can 'Hold Their Breath,' A First for Fish
The sharks close their gills to stay warm while hunting in deep, frigid waters, new research suggests
Seven Wild Ways Scientists Are Trying to Stop Invasive Carp
Researchers and local officials are using unusual methods to keep invasive carp from intruding into the Great Lakes and other waterways
The Gruesome Ways Volcanoes Kill Fish
Whether the eruption is underwater or on land, the creatures don’t have an easy time dealing with nature’s fury
Behold the Deepest Fish Ever Filmed
A juvenile snailfish was caught on video more than five miles below sea level in waters south of Japan
As Glaciers Retreat, New Streams Offer Homes for Salmon
After the waterways form, insects move in, alders and willows spring up, and spawning fish arrive in thousands
Have Any Animals Evolved to Adapt to Human Activity?
You’ve got questions. We’ve got experts
Were Scientists Duped by a Plastic Shark Toy?
Researchers withdrew a report of a rare and elusive goblin shark spotted in Greece after their peers raised concerns about the alleged discovery
Fish May Sense Each Other's Fear
Zebrafish respond when their peers act afraid, an ability regulated by the same hormone that drives human empathy, a new study shows
Millions of Dead Fish Are Rotting in an Australian River
Extreme heat and flooding starved the water of oxygen, leading to the mass die-off
Salmon Spread Might Just Be the Most Alaskan Food
The smoky snack captures the state’s love for both salmon and preserved foods
These Mythical Sea Monsters May Have Been Whales With Unusual Dining Habits
Tales of creatures like the Norse “hafgufa” suggest ancient and medieval people may have seen whales trap feeding
Scientists Are Injecting Alligator Genes Into Catfish
The technique could help prevent infections in the millions of pounds of farmed catfish raised for human consumption
Mexico Bans Great White Shark-Related Tourism on Guadalupe Island
The government cited bad practices in the industry as a reason for the ban, which has sparked concerns for the local economy
A Mine That Threatened Alaskan Salmon May Be No More
A rare “veto” from the EPA effectively halted the proposed Pebble Mine after two decades of disputes
Dolphins and Humans Work Together to Catch Fish in Brazil
The partnership has endured for some 150 years, and it benefits both species, a new study finds
Freshwater Fish Contain Harmful 'Forever Chemicals'
Eating one serving of locally caught fish could equate to drinking contaminated water for a month, a new study finds
Our Top Ten Stories of 2022
From a teen inventor to invasive fish to lost cities of the Amazon, these were our most-read articles of the year
Unearthing the Original Mediterranean Diet
An archaeologist works to find out how much fish ancient Greeks ate
Steven Spielberg Regrets How 'Jaws' Impacted Real-World Sharks
The movie contributed to a rise in shark trophy hunting
The Top Eight Ocean Stories of 2022
The biggest saltwater moments of the year included major discoveries that inspired awe
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