Great white sharks are among the most powerful predators in the ocean, and some of the largest ever recorded have been ...

"These ... could have far-reaching effects on marine ecosystems." Researchers sound alarm after making concerning discovery ...

More than 350,000 chemicals are used worldwide, and many find their way into the ocean through plastic pollution. As plastics ...

Plastic waste releases a chemical that can confuse ocean animals, change hunting behavior, and disrupt marine food chains.

More than 350,000 chemicals are used worldwide, and many find their way into the ocean through plastic pollution. As plastics accumulate in coastal ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. The great white shark (Carcharodon carcharias) is regarded ...

Head under the waves of the Atlantic Ocean, and you will find one of the most beautiful killers in the sea. Meet the lionfish, an extravagant-looking fish featuring flowing spines and vivid zebra ...

The hunt is on and a predator finally zeroes in on its prey. The animal consumes the nutritious meal and moves on to forage for its next target. But how much prey does a predator need to consume?

Nearly 25 years after its arrival off N.C., the lionfish is now well established as an apex predator. Its ecological damage ...

Discover how crown-of-thorns starfish detect predators using chemical cues, and why the giant triton’s scent triggers a ...