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]]>Orcas and Dolphins Are Members of the Same Family
Most of us think that dolphins are cute and unthreatening. Well, you’ll be surprised to know that orcas and dolphins are actually members of the same Delphinidae family. Orcas are the largest members of the family, so you wouldn’t be wrong if you called them dolphins as well.
Orcas Are Apex Predators of the Sea
Orcas might not be the biggest creatures in the seas, but that isn’t stopping them from being apex predators, meaning they don’t have a natural predator of their own. They are known to hunt and overpower whales that are twice their size.
Orcas Can Travel Impressive Distances
Orcas are fast swimmers who can cover up to 160 miles per day and don’t get tired easily. As a matter of fact, they have been observed to cover a distance of 6,000 miles as part of a continuous trip.
Every Orca Clan “Speaks” a Different Language
Orcas live in groups called pods, which form a larger social group known as clan, which inhabits a certain region. The interesting thing about these clans is that each of them “speaks” a different language and has separate calls. Still, this doesn’t prevent pods from different clans from socializing with each other.
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]]>Sea Rescue Ireland shared the story of a sea pup’s rescue on Facebook. According to their post, the sea pup, later named Tralee, was found lethargic, injured, and underweight. During the initial exam, a number of wounds were discovered on her flippers, and she was also infected with parasites.
After her wounds were cleaned, Tralee received antibiotics and pain relief medicines before starting deworming treatment. As the days went by, the sea pup started looking better and stronger while displaying her charming personality.
“She has responded well to treatment, and now that we see her personality shining through, it’s no surprise she draws a crowd. She certainly has star quality and leaves a little sparkle wherever she goes,” Seal Rescue Ireland wrote in the post.
While her health improved greatly, Tralee will remain in the wildlife center for the time being. After experts determine she is fully ready to return to the wild, she will be released to her natural habitat.
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]]>Right Place, Right Time
The best way to avoid jellyfish altogether is to be in the right place at the right time. Avoid swimming and diving in areas known to have many jellyfish, especially during peak season. You can even check a jellyfish forecast to avoid potential encounters that could turn dangerous.
Stay Alert
Even if you get informed about it before heading to the beach, it’s a good idea to stay alert when in areas with occasional jellyfish sightings. Keep an eye out for jellyfish in the water and on the shoreline, and don’t try to touch them or go anywhere near them to avoid the sting. It’s also a good idea to wear a protective suit and footwear while swimming.
First Aid Basics
Even if you take all the precautions, jellyfish stings can still occur so it’s good to know some first aid basics. Remove any remaining tentacles, rinse the sting with seawater or vinegar, soak the area in warm water for 30 minutes to release the toxins, and consider using painkillers and seeking medical assistance if you’re experiencing a strong reaction.
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]]>The Stauroteuthis Syrtensis Octopus
Residing roughly one mile deep in the Atlantic Ocean, the glowing octopus utilizes bioluminescence to attract prey. The mesmerizing light displays created by its photophores literally make his food come straight into its mouth. How cool is that?
The Sea Angel
Platybrachium antarcticum, a predatory sea snail, navigates Antarctic waters with parapodia (i.e., specialized foot extensions) to propel itself. Hunting shelled pteropods for food, this sea creature is not as angelic in behavior as it is in looks.
The Frilled Shark
Chlamydoselachus anguineus, an ancient predator with roots dating back 80 million years, boasts a serpentine swim style and frilly gills. Despite its shark classification, it preys mostly on squid, which it swallows whole.
The Nudibranch
The nudibranch is a super cool sea slug known for its vibrant camouflage, with over 3,000 known species worldwide. Other than their fabulous looks, these underwater slugs have a unique defense mechanism—they ingest and reuse stinging cells from their prey.
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]]>Rash spent his childhood growing up in the Outer Banks of North Carolina, and he’s always been in love with the great outdoors. He started hunting for prehistoric shark teeth when he was just 19, and his hobby grew into something much bigger over the course of the next decade.
He’s the mastermind behind the Instagram page East Coast Fossils, and some of his finds will knock you off your feet. We’ve seen him stumble upon everything from scallops to fossilized corals over the years, but prehistoric shark teeth remain his specialty.
Rash now lives in Virginia with his wife and kids, and he’s constantly exploring the coast of his home state. He’s an advocate for ocean preservation, and he’s using his Instagram page to educate the public about this topic.
Rash even wrote a book called Why We Need Sharks alongside his wife Halle Rash and illustrator Marc Dando. His years of scientific expertise and deep understanding of sharks inspired this children’s book, which aims to explain the importance of sharks in marine ecosystems to the younger generations.
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]]>Heider is a brilliant artist based in Graz, Austria, and she’s been making waves with her watercolor paintings for quite some time. We’ve seen her explore many different subjects through her art, but the aquatic world often takes center stage in her paintings, and whales seem to be her favorite creatures of all.
(@una.kritzolina)Heider has been celebrating these gentle giants for years, and her drawings have attracted over 120,000 followers to her Instagram page. Her watercolor paintings will take you underwater, and they’re inviting you to explore the endless mysteries of the ocean and the many amazing creatures that inhabit its deep waters.
Whales are having the time of their lives in Heider’s drawings, and there’s literally nothing they can’t do. They can carry whole worlds on their back, from homes and lighthouses to trees and corals. Heider enjoys changing our perception of the gentle giants, and she often draws them surrounded by flowers, wearing sweaters, and even flying.
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]]>In a viral video shared by TikTok user @sharktherescuefish, one person detailed how they came across a fish tank someone left in the alley for garbage collectors to pick up. After taking a closer look, they noticed something was moving; there was still a fish inside.
The person decided to take the fish tank home and clean it so the fish could have a much better home. They also added gems, bought some food for the fish, and found it a perfect place in their house.
“He seems happy now… I’ll buy him some new things soon,” the rescuer shared in the video, which got more than eight million views while revealing that the fish is now called Shark.
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Shark’s rescuer later also shared a number of follow-up videos that show the fish enjoying its new home and various upgrades it got for the aquarium, including a filter, some friends to hang out with, and live plants. Check them out below.
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]]>Back in 2021, Wisconsin-based diver Rex Colubra went for a dive at a local lake. There, he came across a smallmouth bass that looked quite friendly. The two ended up spending some time together, and the fish escorted Colubra all the way back to the shore.
After a couple of months, Colubra returned to the same spot in hopes to find the same smallmouth bass. And surprisingly, he did. Since then, the two have had dozens of dives together and became best friends.
Colubra also started documenting his adventures with the fish, now called Elvis, on TikTok. They amassed a huge following, with more than 175K users enjoying their content.
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Nowadays, Colubra doesn’t even have to search for Elvis when he wants to hang. He just “calls” him, and the fish recognizes that his friend has arrived. Recently, Elvis needed just two minutes to reach his friend after Colubra called him.
Elvis is also a bit possessive, wanting his human friend all for him. Once another fish approach, he decides to chase them away.
You can learn more about this unusual friendship between Colubra and Elvis by visiting their TikTok profile or by watching more videos below.
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]]>Adams currently runs her small studio Casa Adams Fine Wares from Sydney, but she was actually born in Spain. She was always impressed by her family’s cherished collection of hand-painted antique pottery growing up, so it’s not a surprise she wanted to learn more about pottery in later years.
She learned more about porcelain during her time at NYC’s Greenwich House Pottery, embracing a unique approach to her craft. Her body of work pays homage to the hand-colored 18th-century natural history copperplate engravings, and her illustrations are mono-printed onto the porcelain pieces, with watercolor-like washes of underglaze.
Another common thread that connects all of Adams’ creations is her commitment to capture the wonder and joy of Australia’s biodiversity through her art. The rich biodiverse world of the Land Down Under takes center stage in her work, and many of her pieces feature lobsters, crabs, corals, and fishes inhabiting Australia’s shores and oceans.
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]]>Drachuk is the mastermind behind Glass Symphony, and he’s been mastering his craft for over two decades. The Ukrainian glass artist often draws inspiration from nature, crafting glass sculptures inspired by many different animals over the years, and octopuses seem to be his latest obsession.
After figuring out the shapes, Drachuk started experimenting with colors, from electric blues to fiery oranges.
“Each octopus gets its own unique vibe. Some are bold and bright, while others are more subdued with hints of shimmering gold or silver. It’s like they each have their own little personality, staring back at me with those cute glass eyes,” he told Bored Panda.
Drachuk’s glass figurines can be used as decorations, but he believes there’s more to them than meets the eye. He sees them as reminders of the beauty and wonder of the ocean that have the power to transport you to the deep sea and reconnect you with vibrant colors and graceful movements of marine life.
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