Sharks differ from other fish in many ways, including an apparently remarkable ability to heal from wounds, according to reports of sharks recovering from injuries sustained in the wild. While this ...

Scientists exploring the reefs of eastern Papua New Guinea have discovered a new species of walking shark, bringing the total ...

Blue sharks' unique skin may allow them to change color, according to new research. The study of the anatomy of the deep ocean predators suggests they have the "remarkable" chameleon-like potential. A ...

Discover how researchers and boat operators in Mossel Bay identify individual great white sharks using unique features like ...

Killer whales can feed on marine mammals, turtles, and fish. In the Gulf of California, a pod might have picked up new skills that help them hunt whale sharks—the world's largest fish, growing up to ...

If current extinction trends continue, global shark populations will lose much of their variety, thereby threatening ecosystems where specialized species serve vital roles, researchers have found. In ...