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Green Sea Turtle: Named for Its Fat, Not Its Scales or Shell

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The green sea turtle is among the most elegant marine creatures cruising through our oceans. Known for their gentle demeanor and striking appearance, these marine turtles are vital to ocean ecosystems, especially their marine turtle habitat in coral reefs and seagrass meadows.

'Sea Bees', Please! Tiny Crustaceans Help Pollinate Underwater

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Pollination of plants underwater involves animals as well as water flow. HowStuffWorks Now explains how.

The Moray Eel Is a True Eel, Unlike Electric Imposters

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If you’ve ever peered into a crevice while scuba diving and spotted something snakelike with a wide grin and sharp teeth, chances are you’ve encountered a moray eel.

It's a Manatee's Life: Swim, Eat, Rest, Repeat

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Manatees are so gentle and sweet they'll break your heart, but in 2021, there have been more manatee deaths than in any year in previously recorded history. Why are these gentle giants dying in such unprecedented numbers?

The Seahorse Diet Requires Stealth and Patience in the Wild

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When people picture marine predators, seahorses might not top the list. But make no mistake: The seahorse diet is all about stealth, patience and tiny snacks. These oddball fish have evolved a specialized way of eating that works perfectly with their unusual shape and behavior.

Is a Seahorse a Fish?

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Is a seahorse a fish? Yes, despite their oddball appearances, seahorses are indeed fish. They belong to the genus Hippocampus and are classified within the Syngnathidae family, which also includes pipefish and sea dragons.

The Conch Is an Endangered Sea Snail That Needs Your Help

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Before collecting that conch shell, learn how over-harvesting for meat and souvenirs has endangered conch populations and what you can do to help their survival.

What Do Turtles Eat?

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Turtles, whether giant land tortoises, sea turtles or the pet turtle in your aquarium, tend to be omnivores and love a varied vegetarian and protein diet.

The Hairy Frogfish Is Hairless and Not Actually a Frog

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If you're into marine oddities, few animals capture the imagination quite like the hairy frogfish. This bizarre, underwater ambush predator may look like a ball of algae, but don't be fooled: It's a master of camouflage and a nightmare for unsuspecting prey.

What is wicker?

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Wicker has been around since ancient Egypt and in the United States since the Mayflower. Read this article to learn all about wicker from HowstuffWorks.

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