Deep Marine Scenes

Facts: The Stickleback

24 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this fish that can live in both freshwater and saltwater! The stickleback (Gasterosteidae). Stickleback facts!#freshwater #fish #aqu...

Facts: The Steller Sea Lion

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about the largest species of sea lion! The steller sea lion (Eumetopias jubatus, northern sea lion). Steller sea lion facts.#ocean #sealio...

Facts: The Vaquita (The World's Most Endangered Marine Mammal)

22 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about the vaquita, a critically endangered porpoise with less than 10 animals left! The vaquita (Phocoena sinus, Gulf of California harbor...

Facts: The Stargazer

21 Mar 2022

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Quick facts about these big headed ambush predators! The stargazer (Uranoscopidae, stonelifters)! Stargazer fish facts!#marineanimals #fish #ocean #sc...

Facts: The Squirrelfish

20 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this nocturnal carnivore! The squirrelfish (Holocentrinae, Holocentridae, ala ihi). Squirrelfish facts!#marineanimals #fish #ocean #...

Facts: The Squat Lobster

19 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this tiny crustacean that can inhabit extreme habitats! The squat lobster (Galatheoidea, Chirostyloidea, false lobsters, langostinos...

Facts: The Atlantic Cod

18 Mar 2022

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Quick facts about the Atlantic cod, a popular food fish in the North Atlantic! The Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua). Atlantic cod facts!#marineanimals #fis...

Facts: The Blue-Ringed Octopus

17 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about the deadliest cephalopod in the world! The blue-ringed octopus (blue ring octopus, Hapalochlaena). Blue-ringed octopus facts!#ocean ...

Facts: The Bluegill

16 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this easy to catch freshwater fish! The bluegill (Lepomis macrochirus, sunfish, bream, sun perch, brim). Bluegill facts! They are ev...

Facts: The Northern Fur Seal

15 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about the northern fur seal, an adorable and aggressive eared seal that likes cold seas! The northern fur seal (Callorhinus ursinus). Nort...

Facts: The Blue Crab

14 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this incredibly popular shellfish! The blue crab (Atlantic blue crab, Chesapeake blue crab, Callinectes sapidus, blue claw crab). Bl...

Facts: The Stonefish

13 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this extremely venomous animal! The stonefish (Synanceia)! Stonefish facts! #marineanimals #fish #ocean #science #biology #lear...

Facts: The Sunflower Star

12 Mar 2022

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Quick facts about this giant species of sea star! The sunflower star (sunflower starfish, sunflower sea star, zombie starfish, many rayed star, twenty...

Facts: The Pot-Bellied Seahorse

11 Mar 2022

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Quick facts about the pot-bellied seahorse, one of the largest seahorse species! Pot-bellied seahorse (big-bellied seahorse , big belly seahorse, Hipp...

Facts: The Atlantic Tarpon

10 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this popular catch and release fish! The Atlantic tarpon (Megalops atlanticus, silver king). Atlantic tarpon facts!#marineanimals #f...

Facts: The Blob Sculpin

09 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this close relative of the blobfish that lives in the deep sea! The blob sculpin (fathead sculpin, Psychrolutes phrictus, big mouthe...

Facts: The Engineer Goby (Convict Blenny)

08 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about the engineer goby, a unique fish that likes to create tunnels in the sand! Engineer goby (convict blenny, convict goby, engineer ble...

Facts: The Tasmanian Giant Crab

07 Mar 2022

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Quick facts about one of the world's heaviest true crab species! The Tasmanian giant crab (Pseudocarcinus gigas, Tasmanian king crab, South Australian...

Facts: The Blobfish

06 Mar 2022

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Quick facts about this gelatinous deep sea creature! The blobfish (Psychrolutes marcidus, Mr. Blobby)! Blobfish facts! Family Psychrolutidae. Commonly...

Facts: The Blenny

05 Mar 2022

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Quick facts about these shy and sneaky reef fish! The blennies of the family Blenniidae (combtooth blennies, blenny fish, sabertooth blennies). Blenny...

Facts: The Fried Egg Jellyfish (Egg Yolk Jellyfish)

04 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about the fried egg jellyfish, a giant jelly that looks like breakfast! The fried egg jellyfish (egg yolk jellyfish, Phacellophora camtsch...

Facts: The Blacktip Reef Shark

03 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this popular coral reef shark! The blacktip reef shark (Carcharhinus melanopterus, Mano Pa’ele, mullet shark). Blacktip reef shark...

Facts: The Three Stripe Damselfish (Humbug Dascyllus)

02 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this black and white coral reef fish! The three stripe damselfish (humbug damselfish, whitetail dascyllus, Dascyllus aruanus, banded...

Facts: The Longhorn Cowfish

01 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about the longhorn cowfish, an adorable pointy and poisonous boxfish! The longhorn cowfish (Lactoria cornuta, horned boxfish, longhorn box...

Facts: The Thresher Shark

28 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this predator that hunts with its tail! The thresher shark (Alopias, fox shark, whiptail shark, sea fox). Thresher shark facts!#mari...

Facts: The Tiger Cowrie

27 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this colorful sea snail! The tiger cowrie (Cypraea tigris). Tiger cowrie facts!#marineanimals #snails #ocean #science #mollusks #lea...

Facts: The Titan Triggerfish

26 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this territorial fish! The titan triggerfish (giant triggerfish, moustache triggerfish, Balistoides viridescens). Titan triggerfish ...

Facts: The Eelpout

25 Feb 2022

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Quick facts about the eelpout, a deep sea fish that likes it cold! The eelpout (Zoarcidae, catfish, viviparous blennies). Eelpout facts!#marineanimals...

Facts: The Black Marlin

24 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this fierce open ocean predator and game fish! The black marlin (Istiompax indica, aguja negra). Black marlin facts! They are one of...

Facts: The Tonguefish

23 Feb 2022

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Quick facts about this teardrop shaped flatfish! The tonguefish (Cynoglossidae, tongue sole). Tonguefish facts!#marineanimals #fish #ocean #science #f...

Deep Sea 101: Secrets of the Deep Ocean

22 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Here's the Deep Sea 101! Everything you need to know about the deep ocean and the animals that live there! From glowing creatures to dazzling jellyfis...

Facts: Bivalves

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this class of mostly sedentary mollusks that includes mussels, clams, oysters, and scallops. Bivalves (Bivalvia). Bivalve facts!#mar...

Facts: The Tuna

20 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this fast swimming and highly valuable fish! The tuna (Thunnini, tunny, Thunnus). Tuna facts! You can also catch these recreationall...

Facts: The Unicornfish

19 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this unicorn of the sea! The unicornfish (Naso, kala). Unicornfish facts! These fish are in the surgeonfish family Acanthuridae.#mar...

Facts: The Striped Bass

18 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about the striped bass, a popular game fish that can survive in both freshwater and saltwater! The striped bass (Morone saxatilis, striper...

Facts: The Bigfin Reef Squid

17 Feb 2022

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Quick facts about this shallow water cephalopod with giant fins! The bigfin reef squid (Sepioteuthis lessoniana, oval squid, bigfin squid, glitter squ...

Facts: The Tripod Fish

16 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this deep ocean hermaphrodite! The tripod fish (Bathypterois, Ipnopidae, tripod spiderfish).#marineanimals #fish #ocean #science #de...

Facts: The Pikachu Nudibranch

15 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about the Pikachu nudibranch, a colorful sea slug that resembles a Pokemon! The Pikachu nudibranch (Thecacera pacifica). Pikachu nudibranc...

Facts: The Vampire Squid

14 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this glowing deep sea cephalopod! The vampire squid (Vampyroteuthis infernalis, vampire squid from hell). Vampire squid facts! They ...

Facts: The Bearded Fireworm

13 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this tiny polychaete worm that can deliver a fiery sting. The bearded fireworm (Hermodice carunculata, bristle worm).#marineanimals ...

Facts: The Beluga Sturgeon

12 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this critically endangered species that has been heavily exploited for caviar! The beluga sturgeon (beluga, huso huso, great sturgeo...

Facts: The Scallop

11 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Here's the scallop 101, Everything you need to know about scallops, the swimming bivalves with hundreds of blue eyes! Scallops (Pectinidae). Scallop f...

Facts: The Basking Shark

10 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about the world's second largest shark! The basking shark (Cetorhinus maximus, bone shark). Basking shark facts!#sharks #marineanimals #fi...

Facts: The Velvet Whalefish

09 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this brightly colored and rare deep sea fish! The velvet whalefish (red whalefish, Barbourisia rufa, red velvet whalefish). Velvet w...

Facts: The Bobtail Squid

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about the bobtail squid, an adorable cephalopod that glows! The bobtail squid (googly-eyed squid, dumpling squid, stubby squid, Sepiolida)...

Facts: The Barrel Jellyfish

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this very large Cnidarian! The barrel jellyfish (giant barrel jellyfish, Rhizostoma pulmo, dustbin lid jellyfish, frilly mouth jelly...

Facts: The Banggai Cardinalfish

06 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this popular aquarium fish that is endangered! The Banggai cardinalfish (Pterapogon kauderni). Banggai cardinalfish facts!#fish #sci...

Facts: The Venus Flytrap Anemone

05 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this suspension feeding deep sea Cnidarian! The venus flytrap sea anemone (Actinoscyphia aurelia). Venus flytrap anemone facts!#deep...

Facts: The Snipe Eel

04 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about the snipe eel, a deep sea eel with the world's longest vertebrae! The snipe eel (Nemichthyidae). Snipe eel facts!#marineanimals #fis...

Facts: The Baleen Whale

03 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Here's the baleen whale 101! Everything you need to know about these gentle giants! The baleen whale (Mysticeti, great whale). Baleen whale facts! Enj...

Facts: The Venus Girdle

02 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this ribbon-like comb jelly! The venus girdle (Cestum veneris, venus' girdle, venus's girdle). Venus girdle facts! Ctenophora.#marin...

Facts: The Lancetfish

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about the lancetfish, a deep sea cannibal with a gelatinous body! The lancetfish (Alepisaurus, cannibal fish). Lancetfish facts!#marineani...

Facts: The Axolotl

30 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this critically endangered neotenic salamander. The axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum, Mexican walking fish, water monster, Mexican water...

Facts: The Atlantic Spadefish

29 Jan 2022

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Quick facts about these flattened gamefish! The Atlantic spadefish (Chaetodipterus faber, moonfish, angelfish). Atlantic spadefish facts!#marineanimal...

Facts: The Common Water Flea

28 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about common water fleas! These jumpy swimmers are tiny and they don't bite! Common water fleas (Daphnia). Common water flea facts!#aquati...

Facts: The Viperfish

27 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this fanged monster of the deep sea! The viperfish (Chauliodus). Viperfish facts!#marineanimals #fish #ocean #science #deepsea #scar...

Facts: The Atlantic Salmon

26 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this anadromous fish that inhabits both saltwater and freshwater! The Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar). Wild Atlantic salmon facts!#mar...

Facts: The Deep-Sea Lizardfish (Bathysaurus)

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about the deep-sea lizardfish, a voracious ambush predator in the deep sea! The deep-sea lizardfish (Bathysaurus, deepwater lizardfish). D...

Facts: The Wahoo

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this fast pelagic fish! The wahoo (Acanthocybium solandri, kinkfish, Atlantic wahoo, ono). Wahoo fish facts!#marineanimals #fish #oc...

Facts: The Asian Sheepshead Wrasse (Kobudai)

23 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this large hermaphrodite that was featured in Blue Planet II! The Asian sheepshead wrasse (kobudai, Semicossyphus reticulatus, コブ...

Facts: The Arrow Crab

22 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this spider-like crab with with a triangular body! The arrow crab (Stenorhynchus seticornis, yellowline arrow crab). Arrow crab fact...

Facts: The Warty Comb Jelly (Sea Walnut)

21 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this invasive ctenophore! The warty comb jelly (sea walnut, Mnemiopsis leidyi, iridescent comb jelly, Leidy’s comb jellyfish). Sea...

Facts: The Anglerfish

20 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about these strange looking fish that lure prey to them. The anglerfish (Lophiiformes). Some glow and inhabit the deep sea over a mile bel...

Facts: The Webfoot Octopus

19 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this commonly eaten cephalopod! The webfoot octopus (Amphioctopus fangsiao, gold spot octopus, baby octopus). Webfoot octopus facts!...

Facts: The Atlantic Razor Clam (Jackknife Clam)

18 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this edible clam that is faster than it looks! The Atlantic razor clam (Atlantic jackknife clam, Ensis leei, Ensis directus, bamboo ...

Facts: The Lanternfish

16 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about lanternfish, possibly the most abundant fish in the world! Lanternfish (Myctophiformes, Myctophidae). Lanternfish facts!#marineanima...

Facts: The Icefish

15 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about the this family of cold water fish with transparent blood! The icefish (Channichthyidae, crocodile icefish, white blooded fish, Anta...

Facts: The Weddell Seal

14 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this large Antarctic true seal! The weddell seal (Leptonychotes weddellii). Weddell seal facts!#marineanimals #marinemammals #ocean ...

Facts: The Angel Shark

13 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this bottom-dwelling ambush predator! The angel shark (Squatinidae, Squatina, angelshark). Angel shark facts! Many of these species ...

Facts: The Green Moray Eel

12 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this moray eel that isn't actually green! The green moray eel (Gymnothorax funebris). Green moray eel facts!#marineanimals #fish #oc...

Facts: The Whitetip Reef Shark

11 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about the whitetip reef shark, a small requiem shark that likes to rest on the seafloor. The whitetip reef shark (Triaenodon obesus). Whitetip r...

Facts: The Greater Amberjack

10 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about this large marine predator! The greater amberjack (Seriola dumerili, amber fish, kingfish, coronado). Greater amberjack facts!#marineanima...

Facts: The Weedy Seadragon

09 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about these strange looking fish where the males are responsible for caring for the eggs.  The weedy seadragon (weedy sea dragon, com...

Facts: The Acorn Barnacle

08 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about this crustacean that spends the majority of its life on its head! The acorn barnacle (balanomorpha, rock barnacles). Acorn barnacle facts!...

Facts: The Blue Blubber Jellyfish

07 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this large and edible jellyfish that can form large blooms! The blue blubber jellyfish (jelly blubber, Catostylus mosaicus, blue blu...

Facts: The Wolf Eel

06 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about this very long and friendly wolffish that mates for life! The wolf eel (Anarrhichthys ocellatus, Pacific wolf eel). Wolf eel facts!#marine...

Facts: The Achilles Tang

05 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about this majestic and territorial reef fish! The Achilles tang (Acanthurus achilles). Achilles tang facts!#marineanimals #fish #ocean #science...

Facts: The Blue Button

04 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about this tiny, stinging hydrozoan! The blue button (Porpita porpita, blue button jellyfish). Blue button jellyfish facts!#marineanimals #jelli...

Facts: The Yellowfin Tuna

03 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about this large species of tuna that is a popular catch for recreational fishermen. The yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares, Yellow-finned albaco...

Facts: The Abalone

02 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about the world's most valuable shellfish! The abalone (Haliotis, ear shells, muttonfish). Abalone facts!#marineanimals #mollusks #ocean #...

Facts: The Parrotfish

01 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about this colorful coral reef bioeroder that produces sand! The parrotfish (Scaridae, Labridae, Scarinae). Parrotfish facts! Many are also herm...

Everything You Need to Know About Toothed Whales

31 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Here's the toothed whale 101. Everything you need to know about this group of marine mammals that includes killer whales (orcas), sperm whales, dolphi...

Facts: The Black Swallower

30 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this deep sea fish that can gulp down fish larger than itself! The black swallower (Chiasmodon niger). Black swallower facts!--- Sup...

Facts: The Purple Sea Urchin

29 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about the purple sea urchin, an abundant echinoderm that is responsible for eating entire kelp forests. The purple sea urchin (Strongyloce...

Facts: The Giant Oarfish

28 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about the longest bony fish in the ocean and the cause of many sea monster myths! The giant oarfish (Regalecus glesne, sea serpent, king o...

Everything You Need to Know About Nudibranchs (Sea Slugs)

27 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Here's the nudibranch 101. Everything you need to know about these freaky sea slugs! Nudibranch facts! The nudibranch (Nudibranchia) is like a real li...

Facts: The Giant Isopod

26 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about this giant deep sea crustacean that is related to pill bugs! The giant isopod (Bathynomus, sea cockroach, deep sea isopod, monster b...

Facts: The Stalked Jellyfish

25 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Quick facts about the stalked jellyfish, a unique Cnidarian that spends its life attached to plants and algae! The stalked jellyfish (Stauromedusae, e...

Facts: The Gooseneck Barnacle

24 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about this sessile arthropod that feeds with its feet! The gooseneck barnacle (goose barnacle, stalked barnacle, Pedunculata). Gooseneck barnacl...

Facts: The Southern Right Whale

23 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about the southern right whale, a large baleen whale dotted with callosities! The southern right whale (Eubalaena australis, franca austral whal...

Facts: The Pygmy Seahorse

22 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about these adorable miniature fish that are the size of your fingernail! The pygmy seahorse (Hippocampus spp.). Pygmy seahorse facts! They were...

Facts: The Bowmouth Guitarfish (Shark Ray)

21 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about this critically endangered ray species! The bowmouth guitarfish (Rhina ancylostoma, shark ray, mud skate, wedgefish, sharkfin guitarfish)....

Facts: The Giant Trevally

19 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about about the giant trevally, a large marine predator that is sometimes ciguatoxic! The giant trevally (Caranx ignobilis, great trevally, gian...

Facts: The Chocolate Chip Starfish

18 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about about this delicious looking sea star! The chocolate chip starfish (horned sea star, chocolate chip sea star, Protoreaster nodosus, knobbl...

Facts: The Flowerhorn Ciclid

17 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about this manmade ornamental freshwater fish! The flowerhorn cichlid (flower horn, luohan, kirin cichlid). Flowerhorn fish facts!--- Support th...

Facts: The Skate

16 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about the skate, a thorny relative of stingrays and sharks! The skate (Rajiformes, Rajidae, flatshark). Skate facts!--- Support this podcast: ht...

Facts: The By-the-Wind Sailor

15 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about this jelly-like hydrozoan that often strands by the thousands! The by-the-wind sailor (Velella velella, purple sailor, little sail). By-th...

Facts: The Australian Giant Cuttlefish

14 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about this intelligent master of disguise! This cuttlefish aggregates by the thousands each year in Southern Australia. The Australian giant cut...

Facts: The Leaf Sheep

13 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about this adorable sea slug that is capable of photosynthesis!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/deepmarinescene...

Facts: The Blue Sea Dragon

11 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about this tiny, stinging nudibranch. It goes by many names - Blue glaucus, blue sea slug, Glaucus atlanticus. --- Support this podcast: ht...