Mussels, oysters and scallops have the highest levels of microplastic contamination among seafood, a new study reveals.

When zebrafish see light, they often swim towards it. Same with prey, although the signals are entirely different. A predator, on the other hand, prompts the fish to escape.

Bumble bees found in low-quality landscapes — characterized by a relative lack of spring flowers and quality nesting habitat — had higher levels of disease pathogens, as did bumble bees in areas with higher numbers of managed honey bee hives, according to research led by Penn State scientists.

A new species of mam­mal may have been found in Africa’s montane forests

Study shows epigenetic changes, passed to new generations, may solve paradox of rapid resistance

The tube fishway allows fish to glide past dam walls, weirs and other river barriers, with the potential to revitalise Australia’s ailing freshwater fish stocks.

Analysis points to commercial activity beyond reach of national jurisdiction.

NOAA’s Office of Law Enforcement deploys ROVs to inspect offshore lobster gear.

Living beside familiar neighbours boosts a squirrel's chances of survival and successful breeding, new research shows.

Antarctic iceberg A-68A has drifted menacingly close to a remote island in the southern Atlantic Ocean.