Our planet is vast, and so many species live on it. Nevertheless, it's not always easy to keep track of animal populations over such a vast area. Especially since, quite rightly, wildlife tries as ...
The Arctic last season was the hottest it has been in the past 125 years. The extent of sea ice during its usual maximum in March was the lowest in 47 years of satellite recordkeeping. The North ...
Senior Scientist, National Snow and Ice Data Center (NSIDC), Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES), University of Colorado Boulder Matthew L. Druckenmiller receives ...
The Arctic has experienced its hottest year since records began, a US science agency announced Tuesday, as climate change triggers cascading impacts from melting glaciers and sea ice to greening ...
The Arctic is a dramatically different place than it was 20 years ago, when scientists first began giving it an annual checkup—and its current state is dire. The first Arctic Report Card was released ...
Over the course of 20 years and 11 trips, writer Neil Shea explored the awe-inspiring landscape of the Arctic, its icy whiteness and sparkling blues. He encountered narwhals poking their tusks above ...
A powerful arctic blast is on track to impact over 200 million Americans, bringing temperatures even lower than the last wave. Over 30 record lows could fall across 15 states later this week, as many ...
In celebration of World Walrus Day, National Museum of Natural History director Kirk Johnson talks about his new documentary on the saber-toothed seals Jack Tamisiea As a paleobotanist, Kirk Johnson’s ...
Experience the rugged and fascinating world of the walrus with this intimate close-up video. The footage focuses on the animal's massive head, highlighting its two dominant ivory tusks and the dense ...
ORLANDO, Fla. — SeaWorld Orlando unveiled plans on Thursday for its new attraction, an immersive Arctic flying theater, which is set to open spring 2025. Guests can "soar" through the Arctic and see ...
Warmer Atlantic water from near Greenland is heating up the depths of the Arctic Ocean, which was previously thought of as one of the few places not significantly affected by climate change. The sea ...
THE SHORES of the Arctic ocean are thrumming with ever more activity: tankers, freighters, research vessels, barges, cruise ships and even private yachts sail its waters. Expect more in spring 2026, ...