Deep Marine Scenes
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Facts: The Faceless Cusk Eel
02 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this spooky deep-sea fish! The faceless cusk eel (Typhlonus nasus, faceless fish). Faceless cusk eel facts!#deepsea #fish #scary #cr...
Facts: The Golden Tilefish
01 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about the golden tilefish, a large burrowing fish that inhabits underwater canyons! The golden tilefish (great northern tilefish, Lopholat...
Facts: The Feather Star
30 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this free swimming and graceful Crinoid! The feather star (Crinoidea, Crinoid, feather starfish). Feather star facts!#seastars #crin...
Facts: The Sarcastic Fringehead
29 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this rare and aggressive fish! The sarcastic fringehead (Neoclinus blanchardi, sarcastic blenny). Sarcastic fringehead facts!#fish #...
Facts: Sea Squirts (Ascidians)
28 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about sea squirts! These anatomically advanced invertebrates have a unique heart and some look like flowers! The sea squirt (Ascidian). Se...
Facts: The Sawshark
27 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about strange shark with a tool for a nose! The sawshark (Pristiophoriformes). Sawshark facts!#sharks #ocean #marinelife #learn #scary #we...
Facts: The Northern Elephant Seal
26 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about the world's second largest seal! The northern elephant seal (Mirounga angustirostris)! Northern elephant seal facts#seals #pinniped ...
Facts: The Feather Duster Worm
25 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this feathery filter feeding tube worm! The feather duster worm (Sabellidae, fan worm, sea flowers). Feather duster worm facts!#cora...
Facts: Capelin
24 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about these tiny, pelagic schooling fish that have a big impact on ecosystems! Capelin (Mallotus villosus, caplin). Capelin facts!#fish #o...
Facts: The Scaly-Foot Snail
23 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this deep sea armored snail! The scaly-foot snail (Chrysomallon squamiferum, scaly foot gastropod, iron snail, sea pangolin), Scaly-...
Facts: The Electric Eel
22 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about the world's most electric fish! The electric eel (Electrophorus electricus). Electric eel facts!#electric #eels #science #dangerous ...
Facts: Schaefer's Anglerfish
21 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about the Schaefer's anglerfish, a deep sea ambush predator that can "walk" on the seafloor! Schaefer's anglerfish (Sladenia shaefersi). S...
Facts: The Sand Dollar
20 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this flattened, burrowing sea urchin. The sand dollar (sea biscuit, Clypeasteroida, sea cookie). Sand dollar facts! Watch a sand dol...
Facts: The Sea Anemone
19 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this curious stinging animal! The sea anemone (Actiniaria, home to the clownfish)! Sea anemone facts!#anemones #invertebrates #ocean...
Facts: The Sea Lamprey
18 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this invasive jawless and primitive fish! The sea lamprey (Petromyzon marinus). Sea lamprey facts!#lamprey #primitive #greatlakes #o...
Facts: The Chinook Salmon
17 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about the Chinook salmon, an anadromous fish that plays a vital role in the health of stream and ocean ecosystems! Chinook salmon (Oncorhy...
Facts: The Sea Hare
16 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this cute toxic gastropod that can swim! The sea hare (Aplysiidae, giant slug). Sea hare facts!#gastropod #seaslug #weird #cute #oce...
Facts: The Dumbo Octopus
15 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this deep sea cephalopod that has elephant ear fins! The dumbo octopus (Grimpoteuthis, umbrella octopus, cirrate octopus). Dumbo oct...
Facts: The Dungeness Crab
14 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about the Dungeness Crab, a large edible crab that inhabits the Pacific Ocean! The Dungeness crab (Cancer magister, Metacarcinus mag...
Facts: The Dolphinfish (Mahi-Mahi)
13 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this speedy and fast-growing predator. The dolphinfish (Coryphaena hippurus, common dolphinfish, dolphin, mahi-mahi, dorado). Dolphi...
Facts: The Sea Pig
12 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about these strange sea cucumbers that inhabit the deep sea. The sea pig (Scotoplanes, the ocean’s vacuum cleaner, Elpidiidae). Sea pig ...
Facts: The Coral Catshark
11 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about the coral catshark, a harmless bottom-dwelling shark species! The coral catshark (coral banded shark, Atelomycterus marmoratus, &nbs...
Facts: The Spotted Moray Eel
10 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about the spotted moray eel, a large fish with sharp teeth and a friendly demeanor! The spotted moray eel (Gymnothorax moringa, spotted ee...
Facts: The Cuttlefish
09 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Here's the cuttlefish 101. Everything you need to know about these highly intelligent cephalopod mollusks! The cuttlefish (Sepiida, cuttles). Cuttlefi...
Facts: The Cutthroat Eel
08 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this family of deep sea eels! The cutthroat eel (Synaphobranchidae). Cutthroat eel facts!#eels #fish #ocean #learn #marinelife #scie...
Facts: The Sea Pen
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about these colorful cnidarians that resemble quills! Sea pens (Pennatulacea). Sea pen facts!#underwater #ocean #science #cnidarians #natu...
Facts: The Psychedelic Medusa (Crossota milsae)
06 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this colorful deep sea Cnidarian! The psychedelic medusa (Crossota millsae, rhopalonematid jelly). Psychedelic medusa facts!#jellyfi...
Facts: The Sea Star (Starfish)
05 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about these diverse echinoderms with unique methods of eating. The sea star (starfish, Asteroidea). Starfish facts! You may recognize thes...
Facts: The Sea Snake
04 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this group of highly venomous reptiles! The sea snake (Hydrophiinae, sea kraits, coral reef snakes). Sea snake facts!#snakes #venomo...
Facts: The Dogtooth Tuna
03 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this popular sport fish! The dogtooth tuna (Gymnosarda unicolor, white tuna, plain bonito). Dogtooth tuna facts!#tuna #fish #fishing...
Facts: The Sea Skater
02 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about these unique, surface skating water bugs! The sea skater (Halobates). Sea skater facts! They are part of the water strider family.#b...
Facts: The Cownose Ray
01 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about these bivalve crunching eagle rays! The cownose ray (Rhinoptera bonasus, American cownose ray, cowfish, cownose stingray). Cownose r...
Everything You Need To Know About Corals
31 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Here's the Coral 101. Everything you need to know about corals and the reefs they build. Coral facts! Coral reef facts! (Anthozoa, hard corals, soft c...
Facts: The Copperband Butterflyfish
30 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about these colorful reef fish! The copperband butterflyfish (beaked coralfish, Chelmon rostratus). Copperband butterflyfish facts!#coralr...
Everything You Need To Know About Copepods
29 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Everything you need to know about these tiny crustaceans! Copepods (Copepoda). Copepod facts! It's Plankton from Spongebob!#microscopic #deepsea #scie...
Facts: The Sea Toad (Coffinfish)
28 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this carnivorous deep sea anglerfish. The sea toad (coffinfish, Chaunacidae, gaper, toadfish, Chaunax). Sea toad facts!#deepse...
Facts: The Swallowtail Sea Perch (Anthias anthias)
27 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this colorful member of Anthias. The swallowtail sea perch (Anthias anthias, marine goldfish, common anthias). Swallowtail sea perch...
Facts: The Cookiecutter Shark
26 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this sneaky ectoparasite! The cookiecutter shark (Isistius brasiliensis, smalltooth cookiecutter shark, cigar sharks, demon whale bi...
Facts: The Sea Urchin
25 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Here's the sea urchin 101. Everything you need to know about these spiky echinoderms. Sea urchins (Echinoidea, regular urchins, porcupines of the sea)...
Everything You Need To Know About Zoanthids
24 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about zoanthids! These anemone-like organisms can spread in large colonies and some are extremely poisonous! Zoanthids (Zoantharia, zoas, ...
Facts: The Common Snook
23 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this tasty hermaphrodite! The common snook (Centropomus undecimalis, robalo, saltwater pike, sergeant fish). Common snook facts!#fis...
Facts: The Bowmouth Guitarfish (Shark Ray)
22 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this critically endangered ray species! The bowmouth guitarfish (Rhina ancylostoma, shark ray, mud skate, wedgefish, sharkfin guitar...
Facts: The Sei Whale
21 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this endangered baleen whale. The sei whale (Balaenoptera borealis). Sei whale facts!#whales #marinemammals #ocean #science #learn #...
Facts: The Goatfish
20 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about goatfish, curious bottom feeders that use barbels to find food! The goatfish (Mullidae, surmullet). Goatfish facts!#fish #nature #le...
Facts: The Common Fangtooth
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this large fanged fish with ultra-black skin! The common fangtooth (fangtooth fish, Anoplogaster cornuta). Fangtooth fish facts!#dee...
Facts: The Sergeant Major
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this common damselfish! The sergeant major (Abudefduf saxatilis, pintano). Sergeant major facts!#coralreefs #marinelife #nature #sci...
Facts: Marine Angelfish
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about these colorful and territorial coral reef fish! Marine angelfish (Pomacanthidae). Marine angelfish facts!#angelfish #fish #science #...
Facts: Commerson's Dolphin
16 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this small, geographically isolated dolphin! Commerson's dolphin (panda dolphin, Cephalorhynchus commersonii, skunk dolphin). Commer...
Facts: The Coconut Octopus
15 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this intelligent cephalopod that uses tools for concealment. The coconut octopus (veined octopus, Amphioctopus marginatus, kleptopus...
Facts: The Coconut Crab (Robber Crab)
14 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about the biggest terrestrial crustacean (and arthropod) in the world! Meet this coconut eater and watch thief, the coconut crab (robber c...
Facts: The Blackbelly Rosefish
13 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about the blackbelly rosefish, a deep sea scorpionfish! The blackbelly rosefish (Helicolenus dactylopterus, bluemouth). Blackbelly rosefis...
Facts: The Cockeyed Squid
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this lopsided cephalopod! The cockeyed squid (Histioteuthis, jewel squid, cock-eyed squid). Cockeyed squid facts!#science #deepsea #...
Facts: The Sheepshead
11 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this popular food fish with sharp spines! The sheepshead (convict fish, Archosargus probatocephalus). Sheepshead facts!#fishing #mar...
Facts: The Acorn Worm
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about acorn worms, gelatinous hemichordates that have primitive gill structures! The acorn worm (Enteropneusta). Acorn worm facts!#deepsea...
Facts: The Cobia
09 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this strong and shark-like fish! The cobia (Rachycentron canadum, crabeater, black kingfish, lemon fish, ling, sergeant fish). Cobia...
Facts: The Short-Tail Stingray
08 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about the stingray that killed Steve Irwin, the crocodile hunter! The short-tail stingray (smooth stingray, Dasyatis brevicaudata, bull ra...
Facts: The Slate Pencil Urchin
07 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about these brightly colored sea urchins that are abundant in Hawaii. The slate pencil urchin (Heterocentrotus mamillatus, red slate penci...
Facts: The Cannonball Jellyfish
06 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about the cannonball jellyfish, an adorable spherical jelly that is quite harmless! The cannonball jellyfish (Stomolophus meleagris, cabba...
Facts: Siphonophores
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Everything you need to know about these strange glowing and stinging colonial organisms! The siphonophores (Siphonophora, string jellyfish, chain jell...
Facts: The Clown Triggerfish
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this aggressive and territorial coral reef fish! The clown triggerfish (Balistoides conspicillum , bigspotted triggerfish). Clown tr...
Facts: The Collector Urchin
03 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about the collector urchin, a spiny urchin that hides from sunlight under it's collection! The collector urchin (Tripneustes gratilla, str...
Facts: The Chimaera (Ghost Shark)
02 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this big-eyed creature of the deep! The chimaera (ghost shark, ratfish, spookfish, Chimaeriformes). Chimaera facts!#deepsea #cartila...
Facts: The Sockeye Salmon
01 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this anadromous Pacific salmon! The sockeye salmon (Oncorhynchus nerka, red salmon, blueback salmon. redfish, summer sockeye). Socke...
Facts: The Snow Crab
30 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this commercially important crab that really likes the cold! The snow crab (Chionoecetes opilio, opies, queen crab, cangrejo de las ...
Facts: The Copper Shark (Bronze Whaler)
29 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about the copper shark, a bronze requiem shark that can sometimes be aggressive! The copper shark (bronze whaler, Carcharhinus brachyurus,...
Facts: The Snailfish
28 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this family that includes the deepest known fish in the world! The snailfish (Liparidae)!--- Support this podcast: https://podcaster...
Facts: The Slipper Lobster
27 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this shovel-nosed lobster that doesn't have large claws! The slipper lobster (Scyllaridae). Slipper lobster facts!#ocean #lobster #m...
Facts: The Strange Life of Larvaceans
26 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about larvaceans, strange pelagic tunicates that build houses! Larvaceans (Appendicularia, Appendicularians, sea tadpole). Larvacean facts...
Facts: The Slingjaw Wrasse
25 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this unique fish with extendible jaws! The slingjaw wrasse (Epibulus insidiator).#ocean #coralreef #biology #science #learn #fish&nb...
Facts: The Caribbean Reef Shark
24 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this endangered reef shark! The Caribbean Reef Shark (Carcharhinus perezii). Caribbean Reef Shark facts!#ocean #coralreef #sharks #b...
Facts: The Cape Elephantfish
23 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this primitive cartilaginous fish! The cape elephantfish (Callorhinchus capensis, josef, St Joseph shark). Cape elephantfish facts! ...
Facts: The Queen Snapper
22 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about the queen snapper, an edible deep sea fish! The queen snapper (Etelis oculatus, night snapper, brim snapper). Queen snapper facts!#o...
Facts: The Calico Grouper (Speckled Hind)
21 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this rare grouper! The calico grouper (Epinephelus drummondhayi, speckled hind, kitty mitchel, john paw, strawberry grouper). Speckl...
Facts: The Bull Shark
20 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about the shark that might just be found in your local river! The bull shark (Carcharhinus leucas, Lake Nicaragua shark, river shark, zamb...
Facts: The Atlantic Halibut
19 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about the Atlantic halibut, the largest flatfish in the world! The Atlantic halibut (Hippoglossus hippoglossus, righteye flounder, giant h...
Facts: The Bryde's Whale
18 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this mysterious baleen whale! The Bryde's whale (Eden’s whale, Balaenoptera brydei, Balaenoptera edeni, ballena tropical). Bryde's...
Facts: The Southern Stingray
17 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this pancake of the sea! The southern stingray (Hypanus americanus, whiptail stingray). Southern stingray facts!#ocean #venomous #ca...
Facts: The Spanish Dancer
16 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this graceful dorid nudibranch, aka sea slug! The Spanish dancer (Hexabranchus sanguineus). Spanish dancer facts! 스페니쉬 댄서...
Facts: The Christmas Tree Worm
15 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about the Christmas tree worm, a colorful, burrowing tubeworm that spends its life on coral! The Christmas tree worm (Spirobranchus gigant...
Facts: The Brittle Star
14 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Here's the brittle star 101. Quick facts about this flexible echinoderm that flees from light! The brittle star (serpent stars, Ophiuroidea). Brittle ...
Facts: The Spikefish
13 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this prickly deep sea fish! The spikefish (Triacanthodidae). Spikefish facts!#ocean #deepsea #marinelife #biology #science #learn #f...
Facts: The Scalloped Hammerhead
12 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about the scalloped hammerhead, a critically endangered shark with a hammer-shaped head! The scalloped hammerhead (Sphyrna lewini, souther...
Facts: Brine Shrimp (Sea Monkeys)
11 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Everything you need to know about these tiny crustaceans that live in salty lakes. The brine shrimp (Artemia, sea monkeys). Brine shrimp facts!#ocean ...
Facts: The Spiny Dogfish
10 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this small shark with venomous spines! The spiny dogfish (Squalus acanthias, Atlantic spiny dogfish, dogfish shark, spurdog, horned ...
Facts: The Spiny Lobster
09 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this excellent navigator. The spiny lobster (Palinuridae, rock lobster, crawfish, bug). Spiny lobster facts! Catch and cook.#crustac...
Facts: The Ostracod
08 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about ostracods, cute microcrustaceans that are protected by bivalve shells! Ostracods (Ostracoda, seed shrimp, mussel shrimp). Ostracod f...
Facts: The Boxfish
07 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this unique and poisonous group of fish. The boxfish (Ostraciidae, trunkfish, pahu). Boxfish facts!#ocean #poisonous #square #biolog...
Facts: Sponges
06 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this unique and primitive phylum of mostly filter feeding invertebrates. The sponge (Porifera, sea sponge). Sponge facts! See if you...
Facts: Amphipods
05 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about amphipods, tiny crustaceans found all around the world! Amphipods (Amphipoda, scuds, side swimmer). Amphipod facts!#crustaceans #lob...
Facts: Bottom Trawling
04 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What is bottom trawling? Bottom trawling is an industrial fishing practice that is causing needless harm to marine life. Enjoy this short documentary ...
Facts: The Bottlenose Dolphin
03 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about these playful marine mammals! The bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops, Flipper). Bottlenose dolphin facts!#ocean #dolphins #sharks #biology...
Facts: The Bobbit Worm
02 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this sneaky ambush predator. The bobbit worm (Eunice aphroditois, sand striker, bobbitt worm, biting reef worm). Bobbit worm facts!#...
Facts: True's Beaked Whale
01 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about the elusive True"s beaked whale, a rarely seen marine mammal with large teeth. True's beaked whale (Mesoplodon mirus). True's beaked...
Facts: The Spotted Eagle Ray
31 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about these graceful and venomous cartilaginous fish. The spotted eagle ray (Aetobatus, whitespotted eagle ray, Mr. Ray). Spotted eagle ra...
Facts: The Bluntnose Sixgill Shark
30 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this giant deep sea shark. The bluntnose sixgill shark (Hexanchus griseus, cow shark, bulldog shark). Sixgill shark facts!#ocean #de...
Facts: The Pacific Geoduck
29 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about the strange Pacific geoduck, the world's largest burrowing clam! The Pacific geoduck (Panopea generosa, mud duck, king clam, elephan...
Facts: The Spotted Garden Eel
28 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about these eels that spend their lives sticking out of the sand! The spotted garden eel (Heteroconger hassi). Spotted garden eel facts! T...
Facts: The Blue Whale
27 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about the largest animal in the world! The blue whale (Balaenoptera musculus)! Blue whale facts!#whales #marinemammals #ocean #biology #sc...
Facts: The Blue Shark
26 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about this slender and very common pelagic shark! The blue shark (Prionace glauca, blue whaler). Blue shark facts!#ocean #openocean #shark...
Facts: The Flying Gurnard
25 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Quick facts about the flying gurnard, a colorful fish that can 'walk' along the seafloor. The flying gurnard (Dactylopterus volitans, helmet gurnard)....