The avian flu is devastating marine mammal populations. A new survey finds that nearly half of breeding females in the world's largest population of southern elephant seals were killed by the virus.

H5N1, an avian flu virus, has killed tens of thousands of marine mammals, and infiltrated American livestock for the first time. Scientists are working quickly to assess how it is evolving and how ...

The ocean covers roughly 70% of our planet, and its vastness often leaves more questions than answers. The same can be said for the animals that call the deep blue home. Dr. Cara Field knows all about ...

Earth's waters host diverse mammals like dolphins, whales, and manatees. These creatures possess unique adaptations for swimming and survival. They are crucial for maintaining healthy marine and river ...

Introduction -- Limbs and Locomotion -- Comparative Anatomy. Anatomical Terms of Location -- Limb skeleton -- Limb musculature -- Muscle maps -- Martes foina (European stone marten) -- Meles meles ...

The Miami Seaquarium, an embattled marine park at the center of ongoing controversy due to repeated animal welfare issues, inspection violations, bankruptcy and an eviction battle, is closing its ...