More than 400 million years ago, the first sharks ventured through the dangerous seas of the Silurian age. Diminutive and seemingly insignificant, these fragile new…
From Marine Biology
The study of marine life.
Earth’s Alien World: Life in the Deep Ocean
For humans, the ocean has long been a realm of both intrigue and intimidation. It captivates our minds with its beauty and mystery, yet also…
The Leopard Seals of the Antarctic
In the frigid Antarctic Ocean, a group of emperor penguins is returning to dry land after a much needed hunt for food. The weather is…
Predator of the Shallows: The Infamous Bull Shark
Bull sharks are large, powerful, and highly aggressive predators. Among the sharks which have gained the most notoriety in the eyes of people, it is…
The World’s Deadliest Marine Killer: The Box Jellyfish
North Queensland, Australia, is known for its ideal beaches. The beautiful scenery and tropical atmosphere of the area attract countless tourists and locals every year.…
Notorious & Misunderstood: The Great White Shark
It is July 1, 1916. Charles Epting Vansant, 25, is on vacation with his family in Beach Haven, a resort town in Long Beach Island.…
Devil of the Deep: The Humboldt Squid
With long tentacles possessing suction cups lined with sharp hooks, a powerful beak with which to lacerate and slice up its prey, and the ability…
Orcas: Wolves of the Sea
A pod of seals makes its way back to the shore from hunting in order to return to their resting grounds. Exhausted from the hunt,…