A sea cucumber, lying innocently on a bed of sand, looks kind of like a blob, and feels almost plushy. But although the creatures seem squishy and defenseless, they have evolved fascinating strategies ...

Sea cucumbers (Holothuroidea) are strange, cylindrical marine invertebrates closely related to sea urchins and starfish. They have no eyes, resemble a colossal chubby worm, and use their anus for both ...

Detached tissues from the sea cucumber's tube feet and feeding tentacles survived for more than three years, a find that could shape the study of aging.

Chunks removed from the marine creatures more than three years ago haven't degraded and show signs of biological activity, raising questions about what it means to be alive ...

By Madeline Shaw Off the northwestern coast of Australia, in some of the world’s most pristine and diverse coral reefs, sea ...

The oceans are home to many of Earth's longest living creatures. Glass sponges can survive for more than 10,000 years, and an individual quahog clam can thrive for more than 500. When scientists ...

Sea cucumbers are internationally known as a superfood, as they contain many healthy substances. They are highly sought after by both Chinese restaurants and health food manufacturers. However, many ...

Help to solve one of the world's most pressing dilemmas—how to feed the growing population while protecting the planet—may be at hand from a surprising ally—the sea cucumber. New research led by the ...

As the tide goes out at dusk, three men equipped with diving gear are walking into the open sea. A fourth one keeps watch to alert them if he sees police or witnesses. The divers are wading through ...