Whale sharks are magnificent creatures that have captured the imagination of people all around the world. With their impressive size and unique features, they are one of the most fascinating species in the ocean. Recently, photographer Karmen Jones-Cox captured a stunning shot of a whale shark off the coast of the Big Island of Hawaii, which provides an idea of the scale of the … [Read more...] about The Majesty of Whale Sharks: A Call to Protect these Magnificent Creatures
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The Misnamed Crabeater Seal: Specialist Predator of Antarctic Krill
Despite its name, the crabeater seal (Lobodon carcinophaga) is not a crab-eating seal at all. In fact, these creatures are specialist predators of Antarctic krill, tiny crustaceans that form a crucial part of the Southern Ocean food web. Crabeater seals are one of the most abundant seal species on the planet, with an estimated population of around 15 million individuals. … [Read more...] about The Misnamed Crabeater Seal: Specialist Predator of Antarctic Krill