Critter Science

The Dubois’ Sea Snake

25 March, 2024
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The Dubois’ sea snake is a species of highly venomous sea snake found in New Caledonia, Papua New Guinea, and the northern, eastern, and western coastal regions of Australia. Even though they face the threats of habitat

The Starry Flounder

14 March, 2024
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The starry flounder, aka emery wheel, flatfish, grindstone, and long-nosed flounder, can be found along the coastlines of the North Pacific Ocean. These inshore fish can tolerate salt, brackish, and freshwater

The Alluring Butterflyfish

11 March, 2024
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The butterflyfish is so named for their resemblance to butterflies in their flattened appearance and in how they almost flutter when they swim. There are over 120 identified species of these beautiful fish found in both

The Bountiful Blenny

9 February, 2024
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The blenny can be found in oceans all over the world. These critters also come in many sizes and modifications. But 1 thing is for sure, they all have quite the personality. Blennies face a variety of threats from habitat

The Turtleheaded Sea Snake

15 January, 2024
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The turtleheaded sea snake, aka egg-eating sea snake, can be found in Oceania near Australia and also some Pacific Islands like the Philippines and the Loyalty Islands of New Caledonia. These sea snakes tend to be sedentary and

The Haddock

8 January, 2024
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The haddock is a member of the true cod family. They can be found primarily in the north Atlantic Ocean. They are a heavily fished species, predominantly in northern Europe. Unfortunately, these aquatic residents are being

The Bigeye Tuna

21 December, 2023
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The bigeye tuna is a true tuna that belongs in the mackerel family. There are 2 species, known as ahi. The other is the yellow fin tuna. They are found in all temperate and tropical oceans, sans the Mediterranean Sea. Due to

The Hector’s Dolphin

13 December, 2023
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The Hector’s dolphin, aka white-headed dolphin or New Zealand dolphin, can only be found among the coastal waters of New Zealand. They dwell up to 328 feet deep and only about 1/2 mile off shore. Unfortunately, shipping lanes

The Angelshark

27 November, 2023
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The angelshark, aka monkfish, were once quite widespread in the coastal waters of the northeastern Atlantic Ocean. There are 23 known species of angelsharks. However, due to the threats of residential and commercial developments;

The Silvertip Shark

13 November, 2023
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The silvertip shark is a larger species of requiem shark (migratory, livebearing shark from warm seas) that can be found throughout the tropical Pacific and Indian Oceans. They prefer coral reefs and offshore islands. Due to