Do Orcas Eat Moose Many people don’t know this, but the orca, otherwise known as the “killer whale,” is one of the most prominent moose predators. Orcas eat moose on occasion, even though these animals live in totally different habitats. While we don’t have any evidence of a regular predator-prey relationship, killer whales have been known…
DetailsAre Mermaids Real What exactly is a mermaid and should you be worried next time you take a trip to the beach? Mermaids are mythical creatures that appear in stories and folklore around the world. They appear in ancient tales and are still popular today, featuring in famous writings such as The Little Mermaid and modern-day…
DetailsTypes Of Whales So, just how many species of whales are there? Though much of the ocean is left undiscovered, scientists now know there are more than 90 species of whales, porpoises, and dolphins in the order Cetacea. In terms of whales, there are over 40 types of whales living in the deep blue sea. The diversity…
DetailsMost Dangerous Fish In The world It comes as no surprise that with more than 35,000 fish species in the world that there are a few dangerous fish out there. While you might think of a shark bite as scary, some of the most dangerous fish are the smallest, harboring poison deadly enough to kill…
DetailsWhat Kinda Fish Is Dory Since she first appeared in Finding Nemo, Marlin’s popular sidekick Dory became a total phenomenon, so much so that she got her own sequel, Finding Dory. Though we know Marlin and Nemo are clownfish, you might be wondering, What about Dory? Come dive in as we explore all you need to know about…
DetailsAre Fish Amphibians The scientific community classifies animals throughout the animal kingdom into different groups based on different characteristics. The fish species is one of the most impressive in the world as there are more than 34,000 species of fish living in fresh and saline waters throughout the globe. But what family does the fish species…
DetailsDo Sharks Have Bones There are scientists in the oceanic research community that refer to sharks as “living fossils,” as these sea predators have roamed the earth for more than 400 million years. So, when people ask the question, “Do sharks have bones?” they typically think the answer will be pretty obvious. Of course, a creature with…
DetailsFastest Sea Animal If you’ve ever spent time swimming in the ocean, then you know just how difficult it can be to propel yourself through water, which is why it’s even more incredible that certain sea creatures can get up to such impressive speeds. Today, we’re going to take a look at the fastest sea animal…
DetailsSwordfish vs Marlin Though swordfish and marlin live in similar habitats and have strikingly similar diets, when you look at them closely, it’s obvious that they two very distinct species. Today, we are going to explore the differences between swordfish and marlin. Difference Between Marlin And SwordfishIt’s impossible to talk about these two fish without first discussing…
DetailsBiggest Crab In The World With more than 6,000 species of crabs in the world, these creatures have a large presence in the ocean. With ten legs, hard shells, and massive claws that protect their bodies, they are quite unique. Beyond that, crabs are enjoyed as delicacies by humans worldwide. If you’ve ever enjoyed crab legs at…
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