New Zealand Food Safety (NZFS) is advising the public not to collect or consume shellfish gathered from an area of the Bay of Plenty due to the presence of paralytic shellfish toxins.

The vessel was initially reported by an off-duty contractor of Northland Regional Council. Although the fishing boat was not seen removing marine life, Fisheries NZ confirmed its fishing gear was ...

Nice! We received 786 entries in this week’s Cartoon Caption Contest. These were really some of the best ideas of the year.

Scientists discovered a vibrant hermit crab with unique red claws and fascinating underwater sound-making ability.

A rare oarfish, believed to portend disaster, washed up on a beach in Encinitas last week. Since 1901, only 21 oarfish have ...