Nature’s largest animals, from blue whales to elephants, have always fascinated us. But what makes them so special? From ...

BOWHEAD WHALE These massive whales, found in Arctic and sub-Arctic waters, are known for their exceptional longevity. Some individuals have been estimated to live for over 200 years, making them one ...

Why it's awesome: Earth's oceans are home to many secretive and unusual creatures that humans rarely see — including giant phantom jellies. These elusive deep-sea creatures have a 3.3-foot-wide ...

The ostrich may have a goofy appearance, but in this amusing video, an ostrich runs right behind a group of cyclists like a velociraptor!

Reconstruction of the Shonisaurus, a giant ichthyosaur. (Nobumichi Tamura.jpg) (CN) — Paleontologists identified fossils from three massive marine reptiles that may be the largest animals to have ever ...

Researchers exploring the wares of fishers in Vietnam discovered a “supergiant” sea bug species whose resemblance to Darth Vader inspired its name.