Polycirrus are small, soft-bodied worms that are known for their bright bioluminescence and are typically found in shallow coastal waters of Japan. [Related: We finally know why sea pickles glow.] ...

Photo from Jimi N et al. The third sea worm was named Polycirrus aoandon after a Japanese folk spirit, the blue lantern, that matches its glow. In Japanese, blue is “ao” and lantern is ...

After the sun dips below the horizon, some places around the world begin to light up. These spots come alive with soft glows and nature-made (or human-made) light shows. Check out our top picks for ...

Our team consisted of four members: Graham MacFarlane, a very experienced wildlife cameraman based in Japan; Ben Harris ... creatures emerging from the sea and glowing was a magical experience ...

The glow of natural light fills the museum's galleries ... which make a stunning contrast against the Sea of Japan. Before strolling down through the vermillion tunnel, be sure to stop at the ...

Researchers near California waters found an elusive, deep sea “mystery” mollusk that operates as a Venus fly trap far below depth. The creature is also spectacularly bioluminescent with a ...

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In the inky blackness of the ocean’s midnight zone, a remotely operated vehicle has spotted a new species of glowing sea slug. Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) researchers have ...

Researchers have discovered a new species of glowing sea slug deep in the ocean’s midnight zone. Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) scientists said in a press release on Tuesday ...