The Thresher Shark
The thresher shark or Alopias Vulpinus belongs to the phylum of chordata. The reason why it falls into chordata is…
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The Mysteries and Importance of the Deep Ocean
When we think about the ocean, many of us imaginatively arrive at sun drenched waves, coral reefs, or sandy beaches.…
Oyster Reefs: Rehabilitating New Yorks Coast
As the climate crisis continues to rage war on healthy ecosystems, natural protective measures remain on the forefront of fighting this war.…
All About Northern Elephant Seals and their migration
Northern Elephant Seals migrate between the Mexican and Californian beaches twice a year. The first migration occurs after the breeding…
The importance of Comb jellies
When people visit aquariums, they often focus on the large animals like sharks, sea lions, belugas, and jellyfish. But some…
The Great Invasion of Lionfish
Have you ever walked into a pet store and looked at all the colorful marine fish? Chances are, you’ve probably…
A Planarian of Surprises
Planarians are flatworms in the class Turbellaria that can be found in a variety of ecosystems: freshwater, marine, and occasionally…
Cold Stunned Sea Turtles… Why they need our help.
Kemp’s ridley sea turtle stranded on a New York beach due to cold stunning. (Credit: New York Marine Rescue Center)
Rhode Island’s Very Own Aquarium
Rhode Island is the smallest state in the United States, and there are a lot of places that aren’t found…
Protecting Our Costal Neighbors: Harbor Seals and the Marine Mammal Protection Act
The average person can hold their breath for 30-90 seconds which would allow for approximately a 30-80 foot dive without…