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The Lion's Mane Jellyfish Was the Secret to a Sherlock Holmes Mystery
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With its fiery tentacles and massive bell, the lion's mane jellyfish is one of the ocean's most striking creatures. Known scientifically as Cyanea capillata, this giant jellyfish haunts cold northern waters, including the North Pacific Ocean, North Sea, and Arctic.
How Bioluminescent Jellyfish Get Their Signature Glow
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In the deep ocean where sunlight fades to black, a strange glow pulses through the water.
The Blue Shark Is Built for Long-distance Travel
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Sleek, fast, and unmistakably tinted with ocean hues, the blue shark is a standout among pelagic sharks.
Mako Shark Pups Feed on Unfertilized Eggs Before They're Born
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If the ocean had a drag race, the mako shark would leave the competition in its bubbly wake.
Swordfish Are the Natural-born Gladiators of the Sea
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The swordfish's nose might look crazy weird, but these gladiators of the sea are perfectly outfitted for ocean battle.
Mysterious Marine Animal Pictures
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This gallery will introduce you to some of the mysterious animals that drift in the ocean. Jump in at HowStuffWorks.
Could Giant Sea Kelp Be the Next Biofuel Source?
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Move over corn and soybeans, there's a better biofuel in town. And this one grows in abundance at the bottom of the ocean.
The Blue Whale: Bigger Than Megalodon
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The blue whale is the gentle giant of the ocean. HowStuffWorks takes a look at these huge creatures and their habits.
That Blob on the Beach Is Sea Pork
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Sea pork is the common name for a tunicate, the ocean's most common invertebrates. Get to know these gelatinous scraps!
How Much Water Is on Earth?
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Water is one of the most abundant substances on the planet. About 70 percent of our planet is covered by oceans, but just how much water is there on Earth?