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Ocean Info
  • Ocean
        • Polar

        • Conservation

        • Geology

        • Weather and Climate

        • Coral Reefs

        • Ocean Properties

        • The ocean is a vast body of saltwater that covers nearly 71% of the Earth’s surface. It is divided into five main regions: the Arctic, Antarctic, Indian, Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

  • Ocean
    • Conservation
    • Coral Reefs
    • Geology
    • Ocean Properties
    • Polar
    • Weather and Climate
  • Glossary
        • Animals

        • Plants

        • Lakes

        • The ocean is home to a wide variety of species, from tiny plankton to massive whales. Some of the most well-known ocean animals include dolphins, sharks, and octopuses which is still not fully understood.

  • Glossary
    • Animals
    • Plants
    • Lakes
  • Lists
          Bottlenose dolphins are known to help stranded humans back to the shore

          8 of the Most Intelligent Marine Animals

          Although pilot fish swim alongside other shark species, the whitetip shark is their preferred companion

          10 Common Symbiotic Relationships in the Ocean

          Manatees have a rotund body, a paddle-shaped tail, a rounded snout, and small eyes

          Cute Manatee Photos to Make You Smile

          Underwater caves provide a mesmerizing environment for divers, offering stunning views, hidden passages, and the opportunity to explore a world beneath the surface

          8 Amazing Underwater Caves That Will Leave You in Awe

          Pontoh's Pygmy Seahorses have a secretive nature and are typically found in deeper waters

          Top 7 Smallest Seahorse Species

          The flamboyant cuttlefish is a unique species known for its vibrant and mesmerizing colors

          10 Types of Camouflaged Ocean Animals

          Kuruma Prawn have become invasive in European oceans and waters

          10 Biggest Shrimp and Prawn in the World

          Blue jellyfish is one of the longest jellyfish in the world

          7 Longest Jellyfish in the World

          The world's smallest fish are curious creatures

          World’s Tiny Wonders: 7 Smallest Fish on Earth

          The variety of crab species across the globe is astonishing

          The Crab Kingdom: 7 Incredible Crab Species Across the Globe

          The biggest sea turtles can grow to massive sizes

          7 Biggest Sea Turtles in the World

          There are 7 types of sea turtle, 6 of which are endangered

          7 Types of Sea Turtles in the Oceans

          There are 43 dolphin types on Earth

          7 Unique Dolphin Types: The Ocean’s Most Captivating Creatures

          Known as wolves of the sea, blue sharks tend to move in large groups

          Zooming Through Waters: The 8 Fastest Sharks on Earth

          Not all jellyfish are dangerous, but some are lethal

          6 Dangerous Jellyfish That You Want To Avoid

          Mimic octopus

          8 Marine Animals that have Mastered the Art of Camouflage

          sea gods

          The Divine Powers of 7 Ancient Greek Sea Gods

          Lions Mane Jellyfish -is the biggest jellyfish

          10 Biggest Jellyfish the World’s Oceans Have to Offer

          Tuna is one of the needlefish’s natural predators

          8 Highly Migratory Marine Species

          humpback whale

          20 Types of Whales (and Where to Find Them)

        • The ocean is a world full of mysteries and secrets waiting to be uncovered. Its depths hold countless wonders, from vibrant coral reefs teeming with life to strange and unknown creatures that have yet to be discovered.

  • Comparisons
          Skate fish vs Stingray

          Skate vs Stingray

          sea slugs vs sea cucumbers

          Sea Slug vs Sea Cucumber

          Penguin vs Puffin: Main Differences

          Penguin vs Puffin

          Cartilaginous Fish Vs Bony Fish: Main Differences

          Cartilaginous Fish vs Bony Fish

          Algae vs Moss: Main differences

          Algae vs Moss

          Buffalo fish vs carp

          Buffalo Fish vs Carp

          Alligator vs Common Snapping Turtles in the grass

          Alligator Snapping Turtle vs Common Snapping Turtle

          Shrimp vs prawn: Main differences

          Shrimp vs Prawn

          sea anemone verses corals

          Sea Anemone vs Coral

          Sea otter vs River otter: Main differences

          Sea Otter vs River Otter

          turtle VS tortoise

          Turtle vs Tortoise

          Phytoplankton vs zooplankton

          Phytoplankton vs Zooplankton

          Image comparison of a leafy sea dragon vs a sea horse

          Sea Dragon vs Sea Horse

          Image comparison of a clam vs oyster

          Clams vs Oyster

          Steelhead Trout vs Salmon

          Steelhead Trout vs Salmon

          Dungeness Crab vs Snow Crab

          Dungeness Crab vs Snow Crab

          Lobster vs Crab

          Lobster vs Crab

          Piranha swimming

          Shark vs Piranha

          Hard vs Soft coral

          Hard Coral vs Soft Coral

          snow crab vs king crab

          Snow Crab vs King Crab

        • Get a deeper understanding of the ocean’s inhabitants with our comparison articles. Compare and contrast different species of ocean animals, from their physical characteristics to their behavior and habitat.

  • Exploration
        • Mysteries

        • Myths and Legends

        • Pioneer Explorers

        • Ships

        • Sailing

          Ocean Sailing
        • The ocean is a vast and largely unexplored wilderness, covering over 71% of the Earth’s surface. It is home to an incredible diversity of life, from tiny plankton to giant whales, and its depths contain many mysteries yet to be uncovered.

  • Exploration
    • Mysteries
    • Myths and Legends
    • Pioneer Explorers
    • Sailing
    • Ships
  • About
        • About Us

          Marine Life Clownfish
        • Charity

          Ocean Charity
        • Ocean Info was created in 2020 to allow anyone to explore the deep realms of the ocean…and beyond. We dive deep into ocean-related topics such as sea life, exploration of the sea, rivers, areas of geographical importance, sailing, and more. This is why we contribute monthly to ocean saving charities.

Ocean Info
  • Ocean
        • Polar

        • Conservation

        • Geology

        • Weather and Climate

        • Coral Reefs

        • Ocean Properties

        • The ocean is a vast body of saltwater that covers nearly 71% of the Earth’s surface. It is divided into five main regions: the Arctic, Antarctic, Indian, Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

  • Ocean
    • Conservation
    • Coral Reefs
    • Geology
    • Ocean Properties
    • Polar
    • Weather and Climate
  • Glossary
        • Animals

        • Plants

        • Lakes

        • The ocean is home to a wide variety of species, from tiny plankton to massive whales. Some of the most well-known ocean animals include dolphins, sharks, and octopuses which is still not fully understood.

  • Glossary
    • Animals
    • Plants
    • Lakes
  • Lists
          Bottlenose dolphins are known to help stranded humans back to the shore

          8 of the Most Intelligent Marine Animals

          Although pilot fish swim alongside other shark species, the whitetip shark is their preferred companion

          10 Common Symbiotic Relationships in the Ocean

          Manatees have a rotund body, a paddle-shaped tail, a rounded snout, and small eyes

          Cute Manatee Photos to Make You Smile

          Underwater caves provide a mesmerizing environment for divers, offering stunning views, hidden passages, and the opportunity to explore a world beneath the surface

          8 Amazing Underwater Caves That Will Leave You in Awe

          Pontoh's Pygmy Seahorses have a secretive nature and are typically found in deeper waters

          Top 7 Smallest Seahorse Species

          The flamboyant cuttlefish is a unique species known for its vibrant and mesmerizing colors

          10 Types of Camouflaged Ocean Animals

          Kuruma Prawn have become invasive in European oceans and waters

          10 Biggest Shrimp and Prawn in the World

          Blue jellyfish is one of the longest jellyfish in the world

          7 Longest Jellyfish in the World

          The world's smallest fish are curious creatures

          World’s Tiny Wonders: 7 Smallest Fish on Earth

          The variety of crab species across the globe is astonishing

          The Crab Kingdom: 7 Incredible Crab Species Across the Globe

          The biggest sea turtles can grow to massive sizes

          7 Biggest Sea Turtles in the World

          There are 7 types of sea turtle, 6 of which are endangered

          7 Types of Sea Turtles in the Oceans

          There are 43 dolphin types on Earth

          7 Unique Dolphin Types: The Ocean’s Most Captivating Creatures

          Known as wolves of the sea, blue sharks tend to move in large groups

          Zooming Through Waters: The 8 Fastest Sharks on Earth

          Not all jellyfish are dangerous, but some are lethal

          6 Dangerous Jellyfish That You Want To Avoid

          Mimic octopus

          8 Marine Animals that have Mastered the Art of Camouflage

          sea gods

          The Divine Powers of 7 Ancient Greek Sea Gods

          Lions Mane Jellyfish -is the biggest jellyfish

          10 Biggest Jellyfish the World’s Oceans Have to Offer

          Tuna is one of the needlefish’s natural predators

          8 Highly Migratory Marine Species

          humpback whale

          20 Types of Whales (and Where to Find Them)

        • The ocean is a world full of mysteries and secrets waiting to be uncovered. Its depths hold countless wonders, from vibrant coral reefs teeming with life to strange and unknown creatures that have yet to be discovered.

  • Comparisons
          Skate fish vs Stingray

          Skate vs Stingray

          sea slugs vs sea cucumbers

          Sea Slug vs Sea Cucumber

          Penguin vs Puffin: Main Differences

          Penguin vs Puffin

          Cartilaginous Fish Vs Bony Fish: Main Differences

          Cartilaginous Fish vs Bony Fish

          Algae vs Moss: Main differences

          Algae vs Moss

          Buffalo fish vs carp

          Buffalo Fish vs Carp

          Alligator vs Common Snapping Turtles in the grass

          Alligator Snapping Turtle vs Common Snapping Turtle

          Shrimp vs prawn: Main differences

          Shrimp vs Prawn

          sea anemone verses corals

          Sea Anemone vs Coral

          Sea otter vs River otter: Main differences

          Sea Otter vs River Otter

          turtle VS tortoise

          Turtle vs Tortoise

          Phytoplankton vs zooplankton

          Phytoplankton vs Zooplankton

          Image comparison of a leafy sea dragon vs a sea horse

          Sea Dragon vs Sea Horse

          Image comparison of a clam vs oyster

          Clams vs Oyster

          Steelhead Trout vs Salmon

          Steelhead Trout vs Salmon

          Dungeness Crab vs Snow Crab

          Dungeness Crab vs Snow Crab

          Lobster vs Crab

          Lobster vs Crab

          Piranha swimming

          Shark vs Piranha

          Hard vs Soft coral

          Hard Coral vs Soft Coral

          snow crab vs king crab

          Snow Crab vs King Crab

        • Get a deeper understanding of the ocean’s inhabitants with our comparison articles. Compare and contrast different species of ocean animals, from their physical characteristics to their behavior and habitat.

  • Exploration
        • Mysteries

        • Myths and Legends

        • Pioneer Explorers

        • Ships

        • Sailing

          Ocean Sailing
        • The ocean is a vast and largely unexplored wilderness, covering over 71% of the Earth’s surface. It is home to an incredible diversity of life, from tiny plankton to giant whales, and its depths contain many mysteries yet to be uncovered.

  • Exploration
    • Mysteries
    • Myths and Legends
    • Pioneer Explorers
    • Sailing
    • Ships
  • About
        • About Us

          Marine Life Clownfish
        • Charity

          Ocean Charity
        • Ocean Info was created in 2020 to allow anyone to explore the deep realms of the ocean…and beyond. We dive deep into ocean-related topics such as sea life, exploration of the sea, rivers, areas of geographical importance, sailing, and more. This is why we contribute monthly to ocean saving charities.

Animals

Gorgonia

Gorgonia, commonly known as sea fans, are soft corals that make up over 3,400 different species that span across most of the earth’s oceans.