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A major review of over 67,000 animal species has found that while the natural world continues to face a biodiversity crisis, ...

Scientists discover Tessmannia princeps, a new tree species in Tanzania’s rainforest, possibly over 3,000 years old and ...

Researchers discovered two new species of snake eels in Vietnam, one with "robust" teeth and one with "sharp" teeth.

A study compiled data from more than 76,000 butterfly surveys across the continental U.S. The declines seen in the last 20 ...

During their surveys, the team found several unfamiliar-looking brown eels, the study said. They took a closer look at the ...

In humans, this triggers a fight or flight response, but other animals choose unique third options. Squids and octopus may shoot black ink out of their body while they escape. Sea cucumbers can eject ...

Below is a quick look at those three snake species to be aware of this spring and summer: ...

Ocean Census has embarked on numerous expeditions—so far—with a sole aim: discovering new species in the "world's greatest ...