A new beautiful translucent snail from the deepest cave in Croatia

Scientists discovered a new species of a peculiar cave-dwelling snail in one of the 20 deepest cave systems in the world, Lukina Jama–Trojama in Croatia.

Life found in the sediments of an Antarctic subglacial lake for the first time

Evidence of diverse life forms dating back nearly a hundred thousand years has been found in subglacial lake sediments by a group of British scientists.

Tracking data reveals tiger shark migration in Hawaii

The migration period coincides with the birthing season of tiger shark pups, and a higher rate of shark attacks in waters around the main Hawaiian islands.

Biggest single volcano on Earth, say scientists

In fact, the underwater volcano, called Tamu Massif, is among the largest in our solar system, say scientists.

Humpback whales also spend their winter in Antarctica

Biologists and physicists from the Alfred Wegener Institute, Helmholtz Centre for Polar and Marine Research, found out that not all of the Southern Hemisphere humpback whales (Megaptera novaeangliae) migrate towards the equator at the end of the Antarctic summer.

Microplastics are a growing concern for the Great Lakes

Scientists have found thousands of microplastic particles floating in the Great Lakes. They are concerned that the particles may disrupt aquatic food webs.

Best photos: September 6 launch of LADEE spacecraft to moon

Night launch on September 6 of NASA's new LADEE spacecraft to the moon resulted in many fine photos posted to EarthSky's Facebook page. Thanks to all!

Strong earthquake in Guatemala injures many, one dead

A 6.6-magnitude earthquake in Guatemala last night caused injuries, in part from collapsing buildings. One woman died of a heart attack during the quake.

New connection between stacked solar cells can handle energy of 70,000 suns

North Carolina State University researchers have come up with a new technique for improving the connections between stacked solar cells, which should improve the overall efficiency of solar energy devices and reduce the cost of solar energy production.

Remnants of Gabrielle caused heavy rain for Puerto Rico

Gabrielle is the seventh named storm of the 2013 Atlantic Hurricane Season. Fortunately, the system is weak and will not last long after pounding Puerto Rico on Friday.

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