They can act inadvertently witty, comically clumsy, laughingly foolish or simply truly funny. But are they aware of it? Do wild animals have a sense of humor? Or are humans the only species to possess ...

The Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards has teased a preview selection of the funny animal photos entered so far in its 2025 photography competition, “to brighten anyone’s day with a chuckle and something ...

In July and August scientists onboard the Schmidt Ocean Institute’s research vessel Falkor (too) spotted the oddities through the eyes of an underwater robot as they explored the Mar del Plata Canyon.

It’s evident that summer is around the corner, as thousands of tiny sea creatures reminiscent of crispy potato chips have reappeared across the California coastline. The jellyfishlike creatures, ...

Sea Otter Awareness Week is celebrated annually from September 21 to September 27 to highlight not only why the keystone marine mammal needs to continue to be protected, but also the threats the ...

Strange animals found at the bottom of the ocean challenge our current understanding of life, scientists have said. Researchers diving almost 10,000 meters deep into the Pacific Ocean found tube worms ...