The serene beaches of Mar del Plata, Argentina, were recently transformed into an extraordinary spectacle. Thousands of mysterious, egg-shaped objects were discovered scattered across the sand. Upon closer examination, these turned out to be the egg capsules of the Adelomelon brasiliana, a giant sea snail species native to the waters off the coast of Southern Brazil, Uruguay, … [Read more...] about Mysterious Snail Invasion: Adelomelon brasiliana Eggs Wash Up on Mar del Plata Beach
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The Intriguing Choriaster: A Stunning Sea Star That Poses No Threat to Humans
Sea stars, also known as starfish, are fascinating creatures found in the world's oceans. One particular type of sea star, the Choriaster, has been gaining attention for its unique appearance. With its plump, cushion-like body and arms that taper into thin points, the Choriaster is a sight to behold. Thankfully, the Choriaster is also harmless to humans. While some species … [Read more...] about The Intriguing Choriaster: A Stunning Sea Star That Poses No Threat to Humans
Great White Shark’s GPS Tracking Path Unexpectedly Creates a Self-Portrait
OCEARCH, a global non-profit organization, conducts research on the ocean's largest inhabitants in order to assist scientists in collecting previously unattainable data and, ultimately, to restore balance and abundance to our oceans. They use harmless tagging and sample collection methods to gather this information. Inadvertently, data appears to be capable of producing some … [Read more...] about Great White Shark’s GPS Tracking Path Unexpectedly Creates a Self-Portrait
Scientists have discovered a 400-year-old Greenland shark that was most likely born in the year 1620
Scientists have made one of the most astonishing discoveries in marine biology by confirming the age of a Greenland shark that has been swimming through Arctic waters since the early 17th century. Estimated to be around 392 years old, the shark was likely born around 1620–1627, making it the longest-living vertebrate ever documented. This extraordinary finding was made … [Read more...] about Scientists have discovered a 400-year-old Greenland shark that was most likely born in the year 1620