As their name suggests, these crabs like decorating – themselves. From spider and harlequin crabs, through moss and seaweed crabs, to toothed and arrow crabs, there are over 700 species of decorator crabs belonging to the family Majoidea that cover their bodies with a wide range of unexpected ornaments. But although they may be nature’s dressers, these … [Read more...] about Decorator Crabs Dress Up With All Manner of Objects and Marine Creatures to Avoid Being Eaten
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Desert Lions Spotted Going to the Beach to Prey on Marine Life
Lions in the sea? Yes. According to a new study, researchers studying lion prides living along the coast of Namibia have discovered something unusual: the lions have developed a taste for “seafood”. Found exclusively within the country’s hyper-arid Skeleton Coast region – which Portuguese sailors once called “The Gates of Hell” – desert lions are the only lions known to … [Read more...] about Desert Lions Spotted Going to the Beach to Prey on Marine Life
First Extinction Of A Marine Fish As A Result Of Human Activity Declared
In a disheartening development, scientists from Charles Darwin University (CDU), Australia, have declared the Java stingaree (Urolophus javanicus) as the first marine fish species to go extinct as a direct consequence of human activity. The somber declaration came with an update to the Red List of Threatened Species, published by the International Union for Conservation of … [Read more...] about First Extinction Of A Marine Fish As A Result Of Human Activity Declared
People Are Confused Why There Are Marine Fossils At The Top Of Mount Everest
In the realm of geological wonders, Mount Everest stands as an unparalleled icon of grandeur and mystique. However, amid its towering peaks and sweeping vistas lies a puzzle that has perplexed many: the presence of marine fossils at the summit. This enigma, embedded in the sedimentary rock known as the "Qomolangma Limestone," has ignited curiosity and sparked various … [Read more...] about People Are Confused Why There Are Marine Fossils At The Top Of Mount Everest
A Flexing Beluga: A Fascinating Glimpse into Marine Life Photography
Marine life photographers often find themselves in the right place at the right time to capture some of the ocean's most awe-inspiring moments. Sometimes, however, they stumble upon scenes so extraordinary that they border on the surreal. Such was the case when photographer David Merron ventured to Somerset Island, Canada, and managed to capture a beluga whale that seemed to be … [Read more...] about A Flexing Beluga: A Fascinating Glimpse into Marine Life Photography