In certain depths of the ocean we have only just begun discovering what lies within. Many mammals have learnt how to live in water in the most remarkable ways.

The playful North American river otter is equally at home in the water and on land. It makes its home in a burrow near the water's edge, and can thrive in river, lake, swamp, or estuary ecosystems.

It is concerning if they die off as it means the sea – which we rely on for many things – is no longer healthy, says an ...

When camels do refill, however, they soak up water like a sponge. A very thirsty animal can drink 30 gallons of water in only 13 minutes. Other adaptations help dromedaries thrive in desert ...

Platypuses are one of the few mammals that lay eggs. Aquatic – Any animal that lives or feeds in water. Seals, dolphins and beavers are all types of aquatic mammal. Carnivores – Animals which ...

Australia's vast, arid landscapes may seem inhospitable at first glance, but they are home to a remarkable array of mammals ...

New research reveals that thousands of animals, including alligators and snakes, are using Gainesville’s sewage systems for ...