Explore Oceana’s Marine Life Encyclopedia to learn fun facts about your favorite marine animals - from sharks and sea turtles to ecosystems and corals.

Mar 6, 2024 · Learn about the oceans 4 main depth zones, which are home to amazing species - from animals near the surface to deep sea creatures.

Marine Mammals Marine Science & Ecosystems Ocean Fishes Sea Turtles & Reptiles Seabirds Sharks & Rays Atlantic Bluefin Tuna

Considered a delicacy by sea otters, sea stars, and humans, purple sea urchins can be found on the Pacific seafloor. Learn more.

The orca, also known as killer whale, has no geographic limits — it may be found playing in the surf or roaming the deep in every ocean across the globe, although there are higher concentrations of orcas …

Oct 21, 2024 · Some of the spookiest animals live deep beneath the waves. Dive in and get to know these five eerie ocean animals.

The charismatic sea otter is one of the most well-known marine mammals today. But these animals are much more than just a cute face — they play a critical role in keeping kelp forest ecosystems healthy …

Aug 30, 2024 · Sea turtles struggle to differentiate plastics from prey, whales accidentally gulp down balloons when feeding, and some seabirds have been consuming so much plastic pollution a term …

Beluga Whale Blue Whale Bowhead Whale California Sea Lion Common Bottlenose Dolphin Common Dolphin Dugong

Hawksbill turtles get their name from their beak-shaped mouth, which gives this species an advantage when reaching for prey in tight spots and coral reef crevices.