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Marine Life Database
Discover 8 amazing marine species and where to find them
Great White Shark
Carcharodon carcharias
The apex predator of the oceans, known for its impressive size and power.
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Fun Facts
- • Can detect blood from 5 miles away
- • Has been around for 400 million years
- • Can swim up to 35 mph
Manta Ray
Mobula birostris
Graceful giants of the ocean, known for their impressive wingspans and gentle nature.
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Fun Facts
- • Largest ray species with wingspan up to 29 feet
- • Has the largest brain of any fish
- • Can live up to 50 years
Clownfish
Amphiprioninae
Colorful fish famous for their symbiotic relationship with sea anemones.
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Fun Facts
- • All clownfish are born male
- • Have a special mucus coating that protects them
- • Can change sex when needed
Hammerhead Shark
Sphyrnidae
Distinctive sharks known for their unique hammer-shaped heads and schooling behavior.
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Fun Facts
- • 360-degree vision
- • Form large schools during the day
- • Excellent electroreception abilities
Sea Turtle
Cheloniidae
Ancient mariners that have roamed the oceans for millions of years.
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Fun Facts
- • Can hold their breath for up to 7 hours
- • Navigate using Earth's magnetic field
- • Some species live over 100 years
Whale Shark
Rhincodon typus
The largest fish in the ocean, these gentle giants are filter feeders.
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Fun Facts
- • Can grow up to 40 feet long
- • Each has a unique spot pattern
- • Filter feeds on plankton and small fish
Octopus
Octopoda
Intelligent cephalopods known for their problem-solving abilities and camouflage.
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Fun Facts
- • Has three hearts and blue blood
- • Can change color and texture instantly
- • Extremely intelligent with problem-solving skills
Nudibranch
Nudibranchia
Colorful sea slugs that come in countless varieties and stunning patterns.
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Fun Facts
- • Over 3,000 known species
- • Can photosynthesize using stolen chloroplasts
- • Some can swim by flapping their cerata