Earth is no stranger to extinctions. As scientists have discerned from fossil records, species on Earth have already passed through five mass extinction events in the planet’s lifetime, including the last mass extinction roughly 65 million years ago that wiped out the dinosaurs. Now, scientists believe we might be in the midst of another. Humans’ impact on biodiversity—via … [Read more...] about If Humans Die Out, Octopuses Already Have the Chops to Build the Next Civilization, Scientist Claims
Ocean life
Marine Biologist Shows What A Baby Swordfish Looks Like
Marine biologist Juan C. Levesque recently captured an awe-inspiring moment—a microscopic baby swordfish perched delicately on his fingertip. Nicknamed the “Gladiator of the Sea,” this diminutive creature is no larger than a few millimeters at birth, but its potential is staggering. As adults, swordfish can reach an impressive length of 3 meters, making them one of the ocean’s … [Read more...] about Marine Biologist Shows What A Baby Swordfish Looks Like