The abalone is a gastropod mollusk (snail) that inhabits tropical and temperate coastal waters off the coasts of Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Africa, and North America
Found in the Caribbean Sea and surrounding waters, the queen conch is a fascinating site to behold. These sea snails are among the largest known; with the giant whelk, from Australia, being number 1
Found in the Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific Oceans, as well as the Mediterranean Sea, the loggerhead sea turtle spends its entire life in saltwater and estuarine habitats. Only the
The sand dollar, aka sand cake, cake urchin, or sea biscuit, has been collected as a beach souvenir for the longest time. You’ve probably seen them adorning a wicker basket in someone’s beach-themed
The sea spider can be found in oceans all over the world, from the warm to the frigid. They can also be found from coral reefs to the deep ocean. And, yes, you heard that right, all
There are over 300 known species of squid. This article will talk about the fascinating squid, in general; no specific species. These cephalopods all have elongated bodies, big eyes
The olive ridley turtle, aka Pacific ridley sea turtle, is the 2nd smallest known sea turtle. The Kemp’s ridley being the smallest. These turtles are the most abundant sea turtle in
The little auk is a small oceanic predatory bird that makes its home in the Arctic, the Bering Sea, Iceland, Greenland, northern Russia, Canada, and the United States. They are a
With razor sharp teeth and a body built for speed, the barracuda is a fish to be reckoned with. Their curious nature also tends to bring them into close contact with divers and
The swordfish, aka broadbill, is a predatory, fast-swimming, migratory fish that can be found in the tropical and temperate parts of the Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific Oceans. They can be found at depths of up to 1,800 feet and up near the surface of the water. These bony fish are […]
