Pushing into new zones could also prove disruptive and dangerous for other species. As one commenter pointed out, ecosystem ...

Southern Resident killer whales welcomed a new addition in December 2025 when an orca calf was spotted in Puget Sound on Dec. 9, marking the first birth in K Pod since 2022.

A bumpy snailfish, Andean mouse opossum and ancient sea cow were just some of the many species described in 2025.