Eight legs, thousands of feet below... and one very unique discovery! Here's the story behind how certain sea spiders use ...

A recent study uncovers three sea spider species that depend on methane-eating microbes for food, offering insight into ...

caudactylus, a bioluminescent sea slug found deep in Monterey Bay IN 2025. This species has a unique blend of characteristics, including a specialized swimming hood that aids in capturing prey.

A newly discovered species of sea worm, aptly named Pectinereis strickrotti, has left scientists in awe due to its unique ...

Scientists on the US West Coast say they discovered three previously unknown species of deep-sea spider that could have a rare diet fueled by a common greenhouse gas.

Deep below the surface of the ocean, bacteria and critters that feed off nutrients spouting from hydrothermal vents met with ...

“While the deep sea feels really far away, all organisms are interconnected. Even though they’re small, these animals have a big impact in that environment,” Goffredi said.

Dumbo octopuses live between 9,800 and 13,000 feet below the surface. These cute sea creatures only grow to about 8 inches tall, but the two fins on top of their heads make them stand out. They ...