Long before humans reached orbit, insects had already shown they could handle the hurdles of spaceflight. Light, highly adaptable and nutritionally rich, these resilient animals present an attractive ...

Nature's oldest creatures defy aging rules. Greenland sharks live nearly 400 years. Ocean quahogs reach over 500 years.

The researchers noted no other known species creates this exact shell damage pattern, confirming the worms’ ancient origins.

Younger sows, particularly gilts and first-parity animals, were disproportionately affected, underscoring the importance of early-life management.

Earthworms don't stop shaping soil processes when they die. A new study shows they can still help store carbon in the soil, even after death. "This is quite surprising," says lead author Tullia ...

New research reveals that Earth’s so-called “Boring Billion” was a time of dramatic change beneath the surface.

Jellyfish Day honors one of Earth’s oldest and most fascinating creatures, glowing reminders of resilience beneath the waves.

When Earth’s ancient supercontinent Nuna broke apart, it reshaped oceans, cooled the climate, and set the stage for complex ...

In the south-east of the continent at Budj Bim (Mount Eccles), modern science can tell us a volcanic eruption happened ...

For Ghost, a 45-pound octopus believed to be between 2 and 4 years old (the average lifespan for her species), it means ...

Many insects hibernate during the winter just like mammals do, although the process for these bugs looks a little different.

Biologically speaking, it is normal, and even critical, for nature to do more during the brighter months and to do less ...