Biology
How do palm trees survive hurricanes and tornadoes?
Many people are impressed by the resilience of beach palms. After storms, many plants are destroyed, but palms often survive. So why?
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1001 mystery
Mysterious metal sphere on Japanese beach
The 1.5m diameter hollow sphere is sparking much speculation on social media about the object's origin.
Photo library
These photos show how much the world has changed in just a few years.
The world changes so much every day that we hardly notice it in our daily lives.
Oceanography
World's rarest whale carcass washes ashore in New Zealand
Scientists say the carcass of a spade-toothed whale has washed up on a beach in New Zealand. The whale is so rare that no one has ever seen it alive.
1001 mystery
Mysterious object appears on Florida beach
Archaeologists discovered a wooden and metal object, about 25m long, appearing on the coast of Florida, USA when the tide receded.
Oceanography
Giant whale carcass washes up on Alaska beach
A giant fin whale that washed ashore near a coastal trail in Alaska's largest city has attracted the curiosity of many.
Oceanography
Thousands of 'penis fish' wash up on Argentine beach
Spoonworms, also known as penis fish, have become stranded along beaches in Argentina after a storm, attracting fishermen to collect them for use as bait.
Oceanography
46 million people shocked to find out what this is on the beach
Viewers must go from one surprise to another when listening to the clip owner's explanation.
Animal world
Emperor penguin strays more than 3,200km
Emperor penguins, native to Antarctica, suddenly appeared on Ocean Beach, Denmark town, early November.
Oceanography
'Strange creature' causes shock on Australian beach
On October 28, a group of strange creatures drifted into the famous Horseshoe Bay, causing panic among locals and tourists.
Oceanography
Rare giant squid carcass washed up on beach
The carcass of a giant squid washed up on El Sablón beach, Llanes, in northern Spain last weekend.
Oceanography
The truth about the creature that caused panic on Spanish beaches
A dramatic moment emerged when a fin emerged from the sea, causing panic among holidaymakers on a beach in Spain.
Archeology
40,000-year-old fossil forest discovered after storm
An ancient fossilised forest has emerged on Tasmania's Badger Beach, sparking debate over its origins and significance.
Oceanography
Crocodile collides with sharks right on the beach
Sharks and crocodiles share common habitats and prey, so they can interact when foraging.
Oceanography
Solutions to help replenish beach sand
MIT and Invena are testing submerged structures to collect sand, protect the islands of the Maldives, and even create new islands.