What 3 seals are named for monks?
The three “monk” seals are either extinct – Caribbean Monk Seal (Monachus tropicalis) – or […]
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What is a thermocline?
A thermocline is the transition layer between warmer mixed water at the ocean’s surface and […]
What is a wetland?
A wetland is an area of land that is saturated with water. There are many […]
Which animal lives the longest?
Based on research and recent proof from a century-old harpoon, scientists believe the bowhead whale […]
How long is the U.S. shoreline?
NOAA’s official value for the total length of the U.S. shoreline is 95,471 miles As […]
What are the Ampullae of Lorenzini?
By Blaise Jones Shark have a wide variety of amazing senses and none are more […]
Which mammal lives the longest?
Based on research and recent proof from a century-old harpoon, scientists believe the bowhead whale […]
Do turtles cause any problems for humans?
By Stacey Venzel Mosquitoes and other annoying creatures dubbed pests are unwelcome for a reason, […]
What does an oceanographer do?
An oceanographer studies the ocean. Oceanography covers a wide range of topics, including marine life and […]
Which seal has the shortest hair?
The Mediterranean Monk Seal has the shortest hair of all pinnipeds (flipper-footed mammal). Mediterranean monk […]