Depth use was influenced by temperature, but differently by sex: Females dived to greater depths than males in SST between 26°C–28°C, possibly to avoid warmer surface waters. Deep diving in males was ...

The research maps biofluorescence across 459 glowing fish species and shows just how varied the colors have become.

Some fish have a hidden superpower—they can glow in vibrant colors under certain kinds of light. This natural glow, called ...

Iguanas took over a home in Cape Coral. Here's what the city can and can't do in response to one of Florida's menacing invasive species.

As world leaders gather to address a global marine crisis at the UN Ocean Conference, scientists from the Woods Hole ...

Study of 286 gall crabs from 14 genera reveals orange-red fluorescent patterns help camouflage crabs against coral reef ...

Where do you go when you're a fish and you need a skincare treatment? Coral reefs contain natural "beauty salons," lively ...

At one Florida national park, however, it’ll take more than a hike or a bus ride to see some of its beloved features. You’ll have better luck with a boat, or maybe some scuba gear, especially ...

These eight-armed cephalopods, relatives of squids and octopuses, use this technique to hide from predators—but ... which they named leaf, coral, pulse and passing stripe. Their findings were ...

For a small fish, a coral reef is a dangerous place ... special movement strategies and the right kinds of camouflage to hide while moving. The humbug damselfish is an example.

This section of reef — categorized as coral reefs at depths between 100 ... they saw a small fish try to hide from them, according to the study. It was then “seen inhabiting small holes ...