The Galápagos Islands are famous worldwide for their one-of-a-kind plants and animals. If you’re lucky enough to explore the ...

An "unprecedented" toxic algae bloom has overrun the coast of Southern California, sickening marine animals and staining the ...

The world is experiencing the most intense global coral bleaching event on record, with 84 percent of reefs experiencing heat ...

If you’ve spent a lot of time outdoors in New England, you’ve likely crossed paths with, and probably stepped on, lichens.

Harmful bleaching of the world’s coral has grown to include 84% of the ocean’s reefs in the most intense event of its kind in ...

Lake Okeechobee, Florida's largest freshwater lake, plays a vital role in the state's ecosystem and water management. Spanning 730 square miles with an average depth of just 9 feet, it serves as a ...

The return of a potentially toxic red algae bloom to the waters of western Shinnecock Bay has once again closed the entire ...

As temperatures rise and Oregonians prepare for a season of outdoor adventures, state health officials are issuing an important reminder: watch out for toxic algae.

Some people witnessed the enchanting display of bioluminescent algae illuminating the waves in uMdloti on Good Friday. Experts explain the science behind this natural phenomenon.

Whether anything ever lived on Mars is unknown. And the present environment, with harsh temperatures, intense radiation, and ...

A harmful algal bloom occurs in bodies of freshwater when Cyanobacteria, also called blue-green algae, produce toxins.

Brown pelicans across Southern California are filling up wildlife rehabilitation centers, either sick or starving—a dual ...