Researchers at MBARI, the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute, have been exploring this hidden world for years. Using ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Life on Earth began over four billion years ago, not long ...

One of the most common adaptations seen in the animal kingdom is vision. Nearly 96% of all animals have some kind of eyes and they've proven so evolutionary advantageous that they've evolved multiple ...

In the diverse world of nature, some extraordinary creatures have developed transparent or translucent bodies, allowing them to blend seamlessly into their surroundings. This unique adaptation serves ...

Mysteriously, he comes late, with the approach of dusk, and floats silently to the top of the utility pole visible from my south-facing window. Just late enough to hide his distinguishing features, ...

For young animal lovers in the Lowcountry, there are plenty of great places in our home state where you can see animals. From local sea life, to wildlife from around the world, to regional forest ...