Hundreds of bright blue sea creatures have washed onto a beach! They look amazing, but they can sting, so it is safest to admire them from a distance. What are these tiny ocean travelers, and how did they get there?

Meet Bumpy, a rescued baby hippo in Kenya, and Wangalla, an elephant who became Bumpy’s new best friend. Find out how these two very different animals spend time together!

The Moon sailed in front of the Sun, turning daytime dark for a few amazing minutes in places like Greenland. Through a tiny gap in the clouds, people saw the Sun’s glowing outer light sparkle like a diamond ring. What do you think the sky would look like during a total solar eclipse?

Did you know young octopuses may have their own underwater “fight club”? When territorial fish swim too close, these clever sea creatures can change colors and even slap the fish away. Why do they do it, and what else might octopuses be hiding beneath the waves?

Tonight, look up for the Perseid meteor shower, when bright shooting stars may race across the sky! Earth is passing through tiny bits left by a comet, and a dark spot after midnight could reveal dozens of meteors. How many wishes can you make?

Scientists found a new mountain lizard hiding in Thailand’s misty forests! Its spiky look inspired a name from a famous dragon story—what other amazing creatures might be waiting in the mountains?

Did you know moth wings can do more than help them fly? Tobacco hawkmoths may use their wings to smell plants and find the perfect place to lay their eggs. How amazing is that?

Did you know sperm whales may use bubbles to help them sleep? These giant ocean animals float upright near the water’s surface and make bubbly clouds as they rest. Why do you think bubbles might help them?

A tiny baby puffin has been spotted on the Dorset coast for the first time in 30 years! Volunteers watched the grown-up puffins for months, hoping for this exciting surprise. Could this fluffy little bird be the start of a new puffin family?

How can tiny insect larvae dive deep underwater without getting squished? Discover their clever air sacs and the surprising tricks they use to explore the depths.