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From Fin Whales to Blue Whales: The Whale Species Quiz
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The whale may be the most magnificent mammal in the sea, but can you tell one whale from another? Take our quiz to see how much you know about the various whale species and how these creatures differ.
The Angel Shark, aka Sand Devil, Lurks on the Ocean Floor
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Is the angel shark the holiest fish in the sea? Their name certainly seems to indicate a pure and pious air, and some seafood connoisseurs say that a bite of an angel shark is like a little taste of heaven.
How Nurse Sharks Work
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Nurse sharks are mellow, sluggish sharks that hover above the ocean floor. See why nurse sharks don't have that much in common with great whites.
The Fastest Fish in the Ocean Can Swim at Nearly 70 MPH
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While there are tons of fish in the sea, only a few hold the title of the fastest fish in the ocean. You might wonder how the fastest fish swim at such high speeds.
6 Facts About the Lovely, Incredibly Destructive, Lionfish
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The showy lionfish is a stunning beauty. But this invasive species, which was released into the wild in the 1980s, is wreaking havoc on delicate reef ecosystems worldwide.
What's the Difference Between Manta Rays and Stingrays?
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These two sea creatures can be easy to confuse. But they're actually quite different. We talked to experts to find out how to tell them apart.
Ancient Fish Strutted Seafloor Before Land Animals
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The little skate has been both swimming and walking for hundreds of millions of years. Learn more about how walking evolved at HowStuffWorks.
Mudskipper Robot Helps Show How Vertebrates Evolved to Walk on Land
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A robot to simulate mudskipper locomotion gives scientists a look into the success of the first land vertebrate ancestors, and points to our future on other planets.
Why Do Sheepshead Fish Have 'Human' Teeth?
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The sheepshead fish is a curiosity to anglers and marine biologists alike. This unique species, found along the Atlantic coast of North America, has long received attention for its strange dental structure, resembling that of humans.
6 Types of Sharks Every Selachimorphaphile Should Know
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If you're afraid of sharks, stop reading now, because we're about to get in deep with six types of sharks. Learn more about these fascinating fish — big and small, solid and patterned, sluggish and speedy.