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Humpback Whales Splash Water As A Way To Communicate With Other Whales Over Long Distances

Updated on April 11, 2024July 31, 2023

 The sound created from the humpback whale breaching water can travel thousands of miles.

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Horseshoe Crabs Have Been Around Since Before The Dinosaurs

Updated on April 11, 2024July 31, 2023

 Horseshoe crabs have remained unchanged for over 300 million years and are often known as “living fossils.”

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Jellyfish Populations Have Increased With The Rise Of Sea Temperatures

Updated on April 11, 2024July 31, 2023

This rise in sea temperatures may be due to climate change. These changes are leading to a decline in shrimp-like crustaceans called copepods – a critical food source for fish, seabirds and even basking sharks. This will have an impact on the types of fish available for commercial fishing, which could lead to new fishing …

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Tripod Fish Can Stand On Their Fins As They Wait For Food To Pass By

Updated on April 11, 2024July 31, 2023

Tripod fish live at depths of 2,881 to 15,486 feet or 878 to 4,720 meters in low-to no-light conditions. They are unable to hunt without light so they rely on standing around, feeling for food drifting by, and then using their fins to help push food into their mouth. Video by@schmidtocean

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Hermit Crabs Can Live Up To 30 Years In The Wild But Average 3-12 Years As Pets

Updated on April 11, 2024July 31, 2023

Hermit crabs can live up to 30 years in the wild but survive on average 3-12 years as pets.

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