Articles for category: Marine Biology

10 Amazing Animals That Use Electricity to Navigate and Hunt

10 Amazing Animals That Use Electricity to Navigate and Hunt

Sumi

If you think electricity belongs only in power lines and phone chargers, nature is about to blow your mind. Hidden under murky river water, buried in ocean sand, and gliding through the dark, some animals have wired their bodies like living radar systems. They sense tiny electrical fields, fire off shocking blasts, and navigate pitch-black ...

There’s a Species of Fish That Invades the Mouth and Replaces the Tongue

There’s a Species of Fish That Invades the Mouth and Replaces the Tongue

Annette Uy

Imagine biting into a sandwich, only to discover your tongue is no longer yours—something else has taken its place. It sounds like a scene from a science fiction movie or a horror novel, but for certain fish, this nightmare is reality. Deep beneath the waves, there lurks a creature so bizarre, so ingenious, and so ...

whale surfing on blue sea during daytime

The Secret Language of Whales What Are They Really Saying

Maria Faith Saligumba

The ocean is a symphony of sound, and at the center of this majestic orchestra are the whales—among the most vocal and intelligent creatures in the marine world. Scientists have long been intrigued by the songs and calls of these gentle giants, and recent research has offered fascinating insights into the nuances of their communication. ...

Colorful tropical fish swimming near coral reef

The Role of Microorganisms in Marine Ecosystems and Why They Matter

Trizzy Orozco

The ocean, a vast and mysterious realm, teems with life—both seen and unseen. Among the invisible inhabitants of these watery worlds are microorganisms, the tiny agents driving essential processes that sustain marine ecosystems. Though often overlooked due to their microscopic size, these microorganisms play crucial roles in maintaining the health and balance of oceanic life. ...

School of fish near a coral reef.

30 Incredible Marine Discoveries That Changed Our Understanding of the Ocean

Linnea H, BSc Sociology

The vast expanse of the ocean remains one of the most mysterious environments on Earth. Over the centuries, curiosity-driven exploration and advanced technology have led to phenomenal discoveries that have broadened our understanding of marine life and oceanic systems. This article delves into 30 incredible marine discoveries, each of which has significantly contributed to our ...

6 Natural Wonders That Defy All Logic and Explanation

6 Natural Wonders That Defy All Logic and Explanation

Sumi

Every now and then, nature throws something at us that makes even the most rational person stop and whisper, “How is that even possible?” We like to think we’ve mapped, measured, and modeled our planet down to the last grain of sand, but some places still shrug off neat explanations. They bend light, twist gravity, ...

landscape photography of waves and clouds

Saving the World’s Oceans: How You Can Help Protect Marine Life

Annette Uy

The world’s oceans are a vital part of our planet’s ecosystem. Covering over 70% of the Earth’s surface, they play a critical role in regulating the climate, providing a home to a vast array of biodiversity, and supporting human livelihoods. Oceans produce more than half of the world’s oxygen and absorb significant amounts of carbon ...