Scientists confirm that orcas and dolphins have lost the ability to return to dry land due to irreversible evolutionary ...

When certain algae flourish in the sea, they produce neurotoxins that can sicken both humans and marine animals. Acute ...

Tahlequah is grieving. Hour after hour, day after day, she clings to the lifeless body of her newborn. She carries her calf ...

These animals demonstrate that menopause is not just a human experience but a fascinating aspect of life for various species ...

Cruel Jaws, Orca, and Dark Tide are among the worst shark and horror movies that ripped off Steven Spielberg's classic Jaws.

A newborn killer whale calf spotted off the southern coast of WA could be one of the youngest ever seen in Australian waters.

The documentary tells the story of the last southern resident killer whale held in captivity, and the efforts of two Lummi women to bring the orca home to a net pen sanctuary.

HCN has covered the lands, wildlife and communities of the Western U.S. for more than 50 years. Get to know the West better by signing up to receive HCN’s on-the-ground reporting and investigations in ...

Orcas, also called killer whales, are apex predators of the ocean. Their intelligence, hunting skills, and sheer power make ...

Robert Santos, who emphasized inclusivity and outreach to overlooked communities, has resigned as director of the U.S. Census Bureau, midway through his five-year term and in the midst of planning ...

A resurfaced recording of a beluga whale mimicking human speech has sparked renewed interest and mixed reactions. Additionally, a study documented an orca imitating words, hinting at the potential for ...

Backbone Campaign interpreted Tahlequah’s heroic journey in 2018 as a call to action. It turned its energy, creative tools ...