Marine Biology

Scientists have shown that at least some fish species have more intelligence than we realized. In laboratory research, they perform relatively complex behaviours.

The pilot whale is the second-largest mammal in the dolphin family, second only to the killer whale. Learn 10 interesting facts about this unique creature.

19 clam varieties photographed and described for identification and interesting facts. Varieties range from the Western Atlantic Coasts all the way to the West Indies.

Interesting facts, classifications, and photographs identifying 5 Star Corals and 2 Starlet Coral varieties collected by my mother-in-law, Winkie, off Florida beaches in the '70s and '80s. Species from the Southwestern Atlantic of America, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean Seas, and as far south as Brazil.

This article provides facts about sea otters and their interesting modifications for survival in the marine environment.

This article shares facts and photos of five fish that are named after parts of animals.

The deep ocean contains some fascinating entities, including barreleye fish and siphonophores. Siphonophores form a major part of the Californian barreleye’s diet.

This article provides facts about flamboyant cuttlefish and blue-ringed octopus and their deadly venom.

Sleep is not restricted to animals with brains. A sleep-like state occurs in at least some animals that have neither a brain nor cerebral ganglia, including jellyfish.

This article shares facts and photos of five interesting sea-dwellers.

This article examines (and ranks) the 10 most dangerous species of shark in the world. It provides a brief overview of each shark's general traits, behavioral patterns, as well as overall danger to human beings.

Manatees are interesting animals that are sometimes known as sea cows. In Florida, their population is in trouble, mainly due to loss of their seagrass food.

Corals argue and smootch. They grow taller than buildings and follow fish. They even beat up bullies with bodyguards.

The tongue-eating louse is an isopod, despite its name. It destroys the tongue of a fish and lives in the space that's left, where it feeds on blood and mucus.

The Japanese kobudai and the California sheephead are interesting fish in the wrasse family. They can change from a female to a male during their lifetime.

Cusk eels are elongated and interesting fish in the family Ophidiidae. Some species have unusual features. One appears to be faceless. Many live in deep water.

Estuaries are considered to be one of the most productive ecosystems in the world. This article is about the different types of estuaries, their importance and the threats they have been facing.

Sea hares, sea angels, and sea butterflies are gastropods, like terrestrial slugs and snails. They have interesting features and can be beautiful animals.

This article discusses different kinds of pearls and pearl products and takes a quick look at how and where they are cultivated. If you're interested in cultivating, purchasing, or identifying pearls, this article is a great place to start.

This article will showcase 12 of the most beautiful marine fish found in the Philippines, which can be also listed as the most beautiful fish in the world.

Sea slugs have interesting features and are often colorful animals. In this article, I include facts about the animals and photos of twelve attractive species.

An article on the different types of coral reefs and their gift to the marine life.

This article is about the stingray and other rays and will explain how they are born, how they live and hunt, and how they defend themselves from predators.

All about the elusive, cute rare Dumbo octopus, which can be found in oceans around the world. Here is information about feeding, living environment and reproduction habits of this octopus.

Epaulette sharks are a type of walking shark and have an elongated body. Muscular fins enable them to "walk" on the ocean floor and on land as well as swim.

This article examines the fearsome Red-Bellied Piranha. It analyzes the animal's behavioral patterns, scientific properties, and general characteristics.

Blue whales inhabit every ocean of our modern world. Their future existence is in question. This article will inform you about at least 35 important facts regarding the history and current status of blue whales.

From powering Christmas trees to posing as the Loch Ness Monster, here are the strangest facts about eels.

This article explores the characteristics and traits of Humpback Whales. It examines the animal's behavioral patterns, reproductive process, habitat, as well as its natural prey and predators.

This article explores the traits and characteristics of the Gray Whale. It examines the Gray Whales's behavioral patterns, habitat, geographical range, as well as the animal's natural prey and predators.

This article explores the traits and characteristics of the Blue Marlin; focusing on its behavioral patterns, reproductive habits, habit, and natural prey.

This article explores the habitat, prey, and characteristics of the Great White Shark.

The killer whales that visit the Salish Sea in summer are in trouble. The group is endangered. One reason may be lack of salmon to eat, but there may be others.

The summer of 1916 was a hot one. People were looking to escape to the beach for family fun and relief from the heat over the July 4th holiday. Instead it turned out to be almost two weeks of terror from an attacking man eating shark

Whales are amazing creatures. They take the form of a fish, live exclusively in the water, but are definitely mammals. Some of them are the biggest known animals to inhabit Earth and they live long lives. Here are weird and little-known fun facts about whales that prove they are a wonder of nature.

Polar Bears live primarily near the North Pole, where they hunt seals for their blubber to survive. They are created to survive this cold environment and are adept swimmers.

Killer whales, also known as orcas, are part of the dolphin family and can live anywhere saltwater is present.

With their dark eyes, sharp teeth and fearsome reputation, all sharks are ruthless killers...aren't they?

Cuttlefish are spectacular animals, cunning and curious, with a strange beauty. They possess amazing camouflage abilities a chameleon wishes it had, and are the world's most intelligent invertebrate. This article will tell you why the cuttlefish is my favorite animal.

Melon-headed whales and rough-toothed dolphins are intriguing animals. They sometimes live in the same area. A hybrid animal has been discovered in Hawaii.

The Knysna Seahorse owns several characteristics that makes it unique among seahorses. These special and delicate creatures face extinction in the wild due to unusual habitat and their popularity in the ornamental fish trade.

Invertebrates are a diverse group of animals. This article discusses the nine most important of the 30 known phyla of invertebrates and includes images and descriptions of some of the most common examples of each type.

The population of the ochre sea star has been seriously affected by a wasting disease. The disorder causes the animal’s body to disintegrate into a goo.

Phytoplankton are the microscopic plants that live on the surface of every body of water and provide food for most creatures living in their habitats

Our list of the top 10 weirdest deep sea creatures will take you to the depths of the ocean floor and explore some of the strangest looking creatures on the planet, above or below the water.

Marine compounds that were once known to be toxic to humans have now become life-saving drugs. Many of these are used either as anticancer drugs or to relieve pain in cancer.

The dark and unexplored depths of the ocean are home to a plethora of weird and creepy sea creatures who never see the sun. In this article, we examine the ten most terrifying and explain exactly what makes them so creepy.

The swell shark and the chain catshark produce beautiful patterns of light in a process called biofluorescence. The light emission may have important functions.

Ascidians and pyrosomes are tunicates and live in the ocean. Adult ascidians have a sac-like body. Pyrosomes are elongated and bioluminescent colonies that move.

Top predators, such as sharks, are vital to the health of all ecosystems, but they are being hunted and killed close to extinction.