And the global-warming-induced die-off of coral reefs is leaving this unique species without a place to hang its hat. The humphead wrasse is among the most prized species in the lucrative trade of ...

Scientists have debunked the belief that using tools is unique to mammals and birds, after documenting tropical fish that ...

The new species was identified off the coast of the Yucatan Peninsula in the southwestern Gulf of Mexico. The body of water was renamed as the Gulf of America by executive order on Jan. 20 by ...

A single reef can be home to thousands of species, acting as a nursery for fish and a natural sea defense for coastlines. “Coral reefs support the livelihoods of millions of people, and are ...

The idea is that the vehicle could cruise over coral reefs, identifying known fish noises and cataloging new ones as it goes. "For the vast majority of species, we haven't gotten to the point yet ...