Humpback whales are the world’s biggest creatures. Given their tremendous weight (up to 40 tons), these giant beasts are unlikely to completely leap out of the water. Perhaps that’s why this magnificent video of a humpback whale breaching the sea off the coast of South Africa is causing such a stir. Craig Capehart, a scuba diver, recorded the amazing footage off the coast … [Read more...] about A massive 40-ton humpback whale was captured on video leaping completely out of the water
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Little penguin
The little penguin (Eudyptula minor) is a species of penguin from New Zealand. They are commonly known as little blue penguins or blue penguins owing to their slate-blue plumage and are also known by their Māori name kororā, and their Boonwurrung name Djinan Yawa-dji Goyeep (bird with swim … [Read more...] about Little penguin
The Sailfish: A Closer Look at the Fastest Fish in the Ocean
What is the fastest fish in the ocean? Not all experts agree, but one species widely considered the titleholder is the sailfish, capable of reaching top speeds of nearly 70 mph. Let's dive deeper into the features and behaviors of this swift and agile predator. Sailfish, also known as billfish, are easily recognizable due to their sail-like dorsal fin that extends for almost … [Read more...] about The Sailfish: A Closer Look at the Fastest Fish in the Ocean