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Sharks and Extinction: The Uncertain Future of an Ancient Lineage

More than 400 million years ago, the first sharks ventured through the dangerous seas of the Silurian age. Diminutive and seemingly insignificant, these fragile new species would pave the road for an astounding lineage, one tha...

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Earth’s Alien World: Life in the Deep Ocean

For humans, the ocean has long been a realm of both intrigue and intimidation. It captivates our minds with its beauty and mystery, yet also humbles even the strongest men with its power and, sometimes, merciless nature. For lo...

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The Leopard Seals of the Antarctic

In the frigid Antarctic Ocean, a group of emperor penguins is returning to dry land after a much needed hunt for food. The weather is unforgiving and the waters are dark in color, obscuring any view of its contents deep within....

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Predator of the Shallows: The Infamous Bull Shark

Bull sharks are large, powerful, and highly aggressive predators. Among the sharks which have gained the most notoriety in the eyes of people, it is the bull shark which is considered the most dangerous. Though it may not grow ...

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The World’s Deadliest Marine Killer: The Box Jellyfish

North Queensland, Australia, is known for its ideal beaches. The beautiful scenery and tropical atmosphere of the area attract countless tourists and locals every year. Yet coastal waters are generally known for their potential...

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The great white shark is the largest of all predatory sharks and among the most powerful predators in the ocean. sharkspictures.org

Notorious & Misunderstood: The Great White Shark

It is July 1, 1916. Charles Epting Vansant, 25, is on vacation with his family in Beach Haven, a resort town in Long Beach Island. He makes his way to the beach for a swim before returning to his family for dinner. Vansant ente...

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Devil of the Deep: The Humboldt Squid

With long tentacles possessing suction cups lined with sharp hooks, a powerful beak with which to lacerate and slice up its prey, and the ability to become nearly invisible in the frigid depths where it lives, the Humboldt squi...

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Orcas: Wolves of the Sea

A pod of seals makes its way back to the shore from hunting in order to return to their resting grounds. Exhausted from the hunt, they push themselves through the icy cold waters to the best of their ability. Unbeknownst to the...

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Sharks and Extinction: The Uncertain Future of an Ancient Lineage

Earth’s Alien World: Life in the Deep Ocean

The Leopard Seals of the Antarctic

Predator of the Shallows: The Infamous Bull Shark

The World’s Deadliest Marine Killer: The Box Jellyfish

Notorious & Misunderstood: The Great White Shark

Devil of the Deep: The Humboldt Squid

Orcas: Wolves of the Sea

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