Sea sponges are some of the world’s simplest animals – but even so, the rhythm of night and day kicks off a crucial stage of their life cycle.

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Scientists observe male humpback dolphins parading sea sponges on their heads to impress females off Western Australia's northern coast.

90% of marine life lives where the light reaches— so what happens as it begins to fade? Just below the ocean’s surface, the sun’s rays break to illuminate seemingly infinite deep blue— here, sunlight ...

Answers have been found within the ivory teeth of ancient walrus DNA

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It’s a positive step, but there will be a few challenges to realising the full benefits to public health.

Shifting the blame for the climate crisis onto individuals hides the larger issue. True progress demands systemic accountability from governments and corporations.

Protein found in Sydney rock oysters’ haemolymph can kill bacteria and boost some antibiotics’ effectiveness, scientists discover * Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates * Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast…

On those dreary winter days, it's easy to feel low, but experts recommend a simple way to boost your mood: take notice of nature. Doing so can spark moments of joy called "glimmers."

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'Not all patterns they identify are meaningful or reliable.’