#marine-life

water  If all the salt were removed from an entire ocean, how much freshwater would remain?

If all the salt were removed from an entire ocean, the amount of freshwater remaining would be approximately 3.5% of the original volume of the...    Read more

contact_support  What is the world's largest type of clam?

The world's largest clam is the giant clam (Tridacna gigas), which can grow up to 4 feet (1.2 meters) long and weigh over 500 pounds (225 kilograms)....    Read more

waves  What are some interesting facts about the Mediterranean Sea?

The Mediterranean Sea is a body of water that connects Europe, Asia, and Africa. It is surrounded by numerous countries, including Spain, France,...    Read more

water_damage  What is the impact of ocean pollution on the health and survival of marine plants like seaweed and kelp?

Ocean pollution has a significant impact on the health and survival of marine plants like seaweed and kelp. Seaweed and kelp are vital to the marine...    Read more

waves  What is the Galapagos Rift and why is it significant?

The Galapagos Rift is a geological feature located along the floor of the eastern Pacific Ocean. It is a mid-ocean ridge, which is a type of...    Read more

waves  Can you tell the age of a whale by the number of barnacles on its body?

Barnacles are a type of crustacean that attaches itself to the skin of whales and other marine animals. They feed on plankton and other small...    Read more

waves  What is the most common type of fish in the world?

The most common type of fish in the world is the herring. Herring is a type of forage fish that belongs to the Clupeidae family, which is made up of...    Read more

water  How do sea lions hunt for food?

Sea lions are carnivorous marine mammals that primarily feed on fish and squid. They are opportunistic feeders, which means that they will consume...    Read more

waves  What is the Gulf of Aqaba and why is it significant?

The Gulf of Aqaba is a large body of water located in the northern tip of the Red Sea, bordered by the Sinai Peninsula and Saudi Arabia to the west...    Read more

waves  How do whales migrate?

Whale migration is a natural phenomenon that occurs annually when whales travel thousands of miles between their breeding and feeding grounds. This...    Read more