During the Permian-Triassic extinction, Inostrancevia, a saber-toothed predator, emerged as a dominant force. Fossils ...

The Permian-Triassic extinction eliminated almost 90 percent of all species. The devastating loss came after violent volcanic ...

A new study reveals the profound ecological effects of wolves and other large carnivores in Yellowstone National Park, ...

South Africa’s False Bay was once known as a global hotspot for great white sharks. But within the span of a few years, ...

A pair of orcas terrorizing white sharks off the coast of South Africa may have captured the popular imagination, but their activities may be quite damaging, new research suggests.

As an example, reintroducing apex predators to an ecosystem makes some people uncomfortable, as the result is not entirely predictable (more on this later). Running with this example, what happens ...

The return of apex predators such as sharks can restore critical ecological balance to coral reefs, creating healthier ecosystems. New research found a rise in the shark population on Ashmore Reef ...

The loss of apex predators doesn't just harm ecosystems—it threatens human livelihoods. Conservation efforts are critical to prevent further ecosystem disruptions like those seen in False Bay.

The sudden disappearance of great white sharks from South Africa’s False Bay is causing major changes in the ocean ecosystem, ...

“Without these apex predators to regulate populations ... as their loss could have long term consequences on marine ecosystems. Given the global reliance on healthy oceans for food, recreation ...