Noise pollution from ships disrupts whale communication over entire ocean basins.

The Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef system in the world.

Fact #13 · Ocean

Plankton form the base of many marine food chains.

Fact #663 · Ocean

Some deep‑sea fish create their own light.

Fact #2475 · Ocean

Octopuses have been observed using tools and solving puzzles.

Fact #2232 · Ocean

Blue whales are the largest animals known to have ever lived.

Fact #246 · Ocean

Sea otters hold hands while sleeping so they don't drift apart.

Fact #3229 · Ocean

The vampire squid feeds primarily on marine snow.

Fact #1420 · Ocean

A blue whale consumes vast amounts of krill daily.

Fact #478 · Ocean