A serene kayaking trip can quickly turn into a heart-pounding adventure, as one man discovered in 2015 off the coast of Gran Canaria. While paddling through the crystal-clear waters, he noticed something unusual approaching his kayak at an alarming speed. As the mysterious object drew closer, he realized it was a large sea turtle, entangled in a perilous fishing net. The … [Read more...] about Kayaker sees something swimming at him at full speed – grabs a knife and pulls it out of the water
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Fish Caught in Net as Loyal Friend Refuses to Leave His Side
In the heart of Thailand's Chaloklum Bay, a heartwarming tale of friendship unfolded beneath the waves. A snorkeler, a volunteer from the marine conservation group Core Sea, stumbled upon a scene that would touch hearts worldwide. A small pufferfish, its body entangled in a fishing net, lay trapped on the ocean floor. But it wasn't alone. A loyal companion, another … [Read more...] about Fish Caught in Net as Loyal Friend Refuses to Leave His Side
Man Buys Turtles From Food Market And Releases Them Back To The Sea
In a heartwarming act of compassion, two sea turtles narrowly escaped becoming a meal in Papua New Guinea. Arron Culling and his colleague Mark intercepted their fate at a local food market, purchasing the turtles and swiftly transporting them back to the ocean. Culling shared their rescue mission on Facebook, recounting, "Found these at the local market. Got them for 50 … [Read more...] about Man Buys Turtles From Food Market And Releases Them Back To The Sea
Marine Biologist Shows What A Baby Swordfish Looks Like
Marine biologist Juan C. Levesque recently captured an awe-inspiring moment—a microscopic baby swordfish perched delicately on his fingertip. Nicknamed the “Gladiator of the Sea,” this diminutive creature is no larger than a few millimeters at birth, but its potential is staggering. As adults, swordfish can reach an impressive length of 3 meters, making them one of the ocean’s … [Read more...] about Marine Biologist Shows What A Baby Swordfish Looks Like
The Majesty of Whale Sharks: A Call to Protect these Magnificent Creatures
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