The Ocean Used To Be A Different Color. Here's What Happened
Earth has famously been described as a "pale blue dot," but far in the past, the planet might have had an entirely different look with oceans of another color.
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Scientists Say This Is The Apex Predator Of The Ocean (And It's Not What You Think)
Sharks may be known for being the greatest terror of the seas, but even they can be attacked and killed. In fact, this hunter will make sharks their prey.
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The Mesmerizing 'Fire Rainbow' Phenomenon Is Easily Explained By Science
"Fire rainbows" have been lighting up the skies, as well as trending on social media. And while they look like magic, they can be explained by a little science.
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These Bizarre Blue Creatures Are Covering Beaches In California
Beaches along the west coast have been covered by delicate, blue creatures. The phenomenon isn't quite new, but the large scope and huge numbers are.
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The Difference Between Orange And Yellow Egg Yolks Is Easily Explained By Science
There are few better sources of protein than eggs, but you may have wondered why some yolk is more golden than others, well, science has an answer.
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How 'Rogue Holes' Are Reshaping What We Know Of The Ocean
The ocean is vast and mysterious, and while we're just beginning to understand rogue waves, its sister phenomenon is proving to be more mysterious.
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Scientists Finally Solved The Mystery Of The Golden Orb Discovered In Alaska's Ocean
The floor of the deep ocean is littered with mysteries, but this recently cracked mystery has had people hungry for the answer since its discovery.
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The 92-Foot Dinosaur Discovered By Accident In China
Huge dinosaur fossils hide under our noses, as was the case with this huge, newly discovered sauropod, from which scientists found over a dozen bones.
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Scientists Predict That This Upcoming Ocean Phenomenon Will Be The Worst Of Its Kind This Century
It's almost certain that El Niño is coming later this year, and we don't know how strong it will be, but some scientists think it will be historic.
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Why Your Dog Might Eat Its Own Poop, According To Science
As adorable as dogs are, sometimes they are downright disgusting, especially when they snack on their own poop, but science has an explanation.
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The Mosquito Bite Disease That Can Leave You Dead In One Day
Mosquito bites are often tied to dangerous diseases, including this particular illness, which doesn't even have any specific cure to fight it.
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What Dust In Your Home Is Doing To Your Body Right Now
Dust is ubiquitous and inescapable, but you might want to clean it up more often, because you probably don't know what's in it and what it's doing.
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The Prehistoric Insect That's Pure Nightmare Fuel
The ancient past is remembered mostly for its diversity of dinosaurs, but before dinosaurs, insects ruled the world and they were terrifying.
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This Common Beach Mistake Could Put Ocean Swimmers At Risk
Thanks to the sand and sun, people love going to the beach, but unless you take the proper precautions, you could be putting yourself in serious risk.
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This Spider Species Looks Like Bird Poop And The Reason Is Fascinating
A poopy appearance sounds unappealing, but this spider actually takes advantage of that fact, giving itself the edge of its predators and its prey.
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Offshore Wind Farms Are Doing A Lot More To The Ocean Than Scientists Expected
It's clear that offshore windfarms are good at reducing greenhouse gases, but their effect on the sea life beneath them might not be what you expect.
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Ocean Experts Reveal Why Some Beaches Are Safer Than Others
Beaches are synonymous with sun and surf. But they can also be dangerous, with wildlife, plants, and ocean currents meaning that not all beaches are made equal.
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The Difference Between Brown And White Eggs Can Easily Be Explained By Science
Brown eggs are widely thought to be more healthy than their white counterparts, but eggshell color is more closely tied to factors aside from nutritional value.
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The Ocean Mystery That Left Scientists Stumped Over Great White Shark Deaths
The ocean is a scary place and few of its denizens are more frightening than the great white shark, but there are some things even sharks fear.
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The Game-Changing Spray That Could Finally Beat Bed Bugs
You may not know it, but bed bugs are on the winning side of a 20-year counteroffensive, but we might finally have a tool to beat them for good.
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Scientists Are Puzzled At The 'Zombie Fish' Phenomenon In Lake Superior
The fish living in the deepest parts of Lake Superior are changing in strange ways, turning inexplicably gaunt, and scientists are concerned as to why.
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The Ocean Condition That Makes Shark Encounters More Likely
Shark attacks don't happen on a schedule, and scientists don't know exactly how to predict them. But this phenomenon might bring more sharks to a given area.
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Eight Percent Of Your DNA Isn't Human - Here's Where It Comes From
Human DNA isn't actually entirely human. Strangely, a lot of our genetic material came from unwanted guests hitching rides in our ancestors' cells.
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The 'Raining Frog' Phenomenon Is Actually Based In Science
The idea of frogs raining from the sky might sound ridiculous, but historical sources have discussed it as the result of some spectacular weather conditions.
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What To Do If You Get Stung By A Jellyfish At The Beach
The ocean is filled with dangers, with jellyfish stings being a common threats. But not all stings are made equal, and should be dealt with accordingly.
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This Is What Shark Skin Really Feels Like
Shark skin is specially designed for a life lived on the move. Its surprisingly spiny texture has even given designers ideas to better make sportswear.
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What Actually Causes Mushrooms To Grow In Your Yard?
We've all seen the occasional mushroom bloom in our yard or the park, but they aren't plants, so how exactly to these fun guys grow and get around?
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