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The Slowest Shark: Greenland Sharks
Overview Greenland Sharks (Somniosus microcephalus) are considered to be the slowest known shark. Their swimming rates are roughly 1.9 miles per hour. The species is typically found in colder and deep environments, yet they can still be found anywhere between the sea surface and depths of 2,200 meters (about 7,200 feet). Locations they are found, consist of the Arctic Ocean, and The North Atlantic. The sharks are members of the sleeper shark family. The species lifespan is es
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8 Facts about the Unicorns of the Ocean
Narwhals are very magical looking and often referred to as the "unicorns of the ocean". Let's dive down deep and unearth some wonderful facts about these lovely animals. General: Narwhals are a type of whale, relating to the Orca and Beluga. Narwhals are also called moon whales. Males vs. Females: Male and female narwhals are as different as male and female humans. Male narwhals can be identified by their unicorn-like tusks, which is actually a tooth. Females don't have a lon
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Ancient Underwater Architecture
UNDERWATER ARCHITECTURE usually made in underwater habitats are structures in which people can live for extended periods and carry out most of the basic human functions of a 24-hour day, such as working, resting, eating, attending to personal hygiene, and sleeping. In this context 'habitat' is generally used in a narrow sense to mean the interior and immediate exterior of the structure and its fixtures, but not its surrounding marine environment. Most early underwater habitat
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Catfish: A Cat, Fish, or Both?
Introduction When you hear the word catfish, there are two main things you think of: the animal and the verb. Catfish are a diverse group of fish named for their prominent barbells, which give the image of cat-like whiskers. Catfish are found primarily in freshwater environments of all kinds, with species on every continent except Antarctica.Some species from the families Ariidae and Plotosidae are also found in marine environments. Physical Features of Catfish Catfish have n
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The Wolf-eel... is not an eel!
The wolf-eel is misnamed for its long, snake-like appearance but it is actually a fish. The wolf-eel or Anarrhichthys ocellatus, is part of the wolffish family. They can sometimes become tame and be used to humans since they live in areas that are frequented by divers and underwater photographers. Adult wolf-eel Habitat and Appearance: The wolf-eel live in the Pacific oceans's costal regions. The adults usually dwell near rocky regions, in caves and crevices that provide shel
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The Icey Wonders
An iceberg is ice that breaks off of glaciers or ice flats and floats into a lake or ocean. To be classified as an iceberg, it must have a height of 16 feet or more above sea level. Icebergs can be many different shapes and sizes. The Northern Atlantic and other cold waters are where you can find most icebergs. Smaller icebergs may be called “bergy bits” or “growlers.” Small icebergs are very dangerous for ships because they are difficult to see. After the Titanic sank, 14
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The Tooth Walkers
Walruses are gentile and kind marine mammals that mostly live in near the Arctic Circle. Although they may not be the prettiest looking ocean animal, but walruses are actually quite interesting. In fact, the scientific name for a walrus is Odobenus Rosmarus and it is latin for tooth walking sea-horse! Appearance Walruses have large bodies with either brown or pink skin. Their faces consist of small eyes, a large mustache, and two long tusks. Walruses usually weigh from 600 to
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What is a Geyser: A Watercano
Introduction: A geyser is a vent in Earth's surface that periodically ejects a column of hot water and steam. Even a small geyser is an amazing phenomenon; however, some geysers have eruptions that blast thousands of gallons of boiling-hot water up to a few hundred feet in the air. Old Faithful is the world's best-known geyser. It is located in Yellowstone National Park (USA). Old Faithful erupts every 60 to 90 minutes and blasts a few thousand gallons of boiling-hot water be
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Underwater Archaeology
MARITIME ARCHAEOLOGY is a sub-discipline of the general field of archaeology. It is the systematic documentation and recovery of information from submerged artifacts and underwater sites for the interpretation of past human cultures. Artifacts and sites, the locations of past human activity, possess information about human behaviour in both the nature of the objects and in their exact distribution on or under the seafloor. In its most basic form, is the study of material cult
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Water Striders: Walking on Water
Description Water striders are small insects that are adapted for life on top of still water, using surface tension to their advantage so they can “walk on water.” Water acts different at the surface. Water molecules are attracted to each other and like to stay together, especially on the surface where there is only air above. The attraction between water molecules creates tension and a very delicate membrane. Water striders walk on this membrane. Water striders are about a h
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The Fish That Excels at Archery
Archerfish, from the genus Toxotes, looks like any ordinary fish. Its about 10-12 inches and has a narrow body with a pointed face and mouth. But its most special skill... its extraordinary aim. The archerfish gets its name from the unique way it hunts its prey, by shooting jets of water at them. The force of the water is strong enough to knock insects off the branches and leaves that they might be sitting on. Habitat: The archerfish usually live near and around mangroves. Th
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Seals; Not Just a Snack for Sharks
When you first think of seals, you probably think of a shark's favorite meal, or at least I do considering how many summers I've spent on Cape Cod, where many sharks in recent years spent their summers too! But there are actually so many interesting facts about seals you never would have guessed. Seals are semi aquatic mammals that belong to the Phocidae family. Although there are many types of seals, they are divided into two groups. The two groups are eared seals, and true
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