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Baleen whale fossil dated to 19 million years sheds new light on growing large in an ancient
inland sea
"That is too big for a whale from that time."
Tiny fish, big noise: One of the world’s smallest fish is as loud as a jet engine
It’s the little fish that roared.
Marine animals wear hats, and their reasons for doing so are varied — and sometimes weird
Broad-brimmed, legionnaire, sombrero — whatever your choice of hat, even moderate UV days call for sun protection atop your noggin (along with the rest of the "slip slop" slogan).
Scientists make breakthrough in recycling lithium batteries using fruit peels: 'These findings build on our existing body of work
Our team has demonstrated that it is possible to [achieve this] with biodegradable substances.
Restored coral reefs can grow as fast as healthy reefs after just four years – new study
The transplanted corals grow remarkably quickly. Within a year, fragments have developed into proper colonies.
Scientists Finally Solve the Mystery of How Whales Sing Underwater, New Study Says
A groundbreaking new study reveals that baleen whales — which includes humpbacks — evolved a specialized voice box for sound production underwater.
Climate threats to coastal infrastructure and sustainable development outcomes
Climate hazards pose increasing threats to development outcomes across the world’s coastal regions by impacting infrastructure service delivery.
Climate change: 'Ice bumps' reveal history of Antarctic melting
Scientists say they now have a better idea of exactly where and when the margin of Antarctica started melting.