A deep-sea expedition made the surprising discovery of a previously unknown ecosystem in which animals such as giant tube worms thrive beneath hydrothermal vents.
Venom from centipede-like creatures found in the underwater caves of Mexico ’s Yucatan Peninsula could potentially treat neurological disorders like epilepsy and chronic pain, a new study says. Toxins ...
Scientists found a “slender” creature with “butterfly-shaped ... Erawan bent-toed geckos live in and around limestone caves, typically emerging at night to feed, the study said.
Editor’s note: A version of this story appeared in CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. To get it in your inbox, sign up for free here. A mile and a half beneath the ocean’s surface, the ...