Endangered whale off Mass. coast is struck by boat from agency tasked with protecting speciesBOSTON — A research vessel for the federal agency charged with protecting the endangered right whale hit one of the animals off the Massachusetts coast this weekend, cutting into the animal’s left tail fluke with its propeller. Ancient web-footed creature shows early step in evolution toward seals, sea lions, walrusesNEW YORK — Scientists say they’ve found a “missing link” in the early evolution of seals and walruses — the skeleton of a web-footed, otter-like creature that was evolving away from a life on land. US ambassador takes dip with sharks for Earth Day celebration in IndonesiaUS envoy leads Indonesia’s Earth Day celebration JAKARTA, Indonesia — The U.S. ambassador to Indonesia descended into a shark aquarium Saturday to highlight the importance of preserving the country’s rich underwater biodiversity during Earth Day celebrations. |