Turning Fear Into Fascination
Swimming with a whale shark can be unforgettable but what is the experience like for the shark? Discover what scientists learned about how tourism affects whale shark behavior and how more responsible encounters can help protect these endangered giants.
Meet the whale shark, the largest fish in the ocean. Discover fascinating facts about their size, diet, unique spots, behavior, habitat, conservation, and what makes these gentle giants so extraordinary.
Can great white sharks actually change color? Researchers have observed individual white sharks appearing lighter or darker within the same day. From pigment-changing skin cells to nearly black great whites observed in the wild, emerging research is revealing a surprising side of one of the ocean’s most iconic predators.
Great white sharks are one of the most popular species of shark, yet are very misunderstood. Due to lack of common knowledge on great white sharks, these sharks are endangered and feared. We’ll go over some of the most common questions and misconceptions. From habitats to conservation, this is your ultimate guide to all things great white sharks.
Shark Week gives us monsters, loners and feeding frenzies. Shark Angels reveals the surprising truth about shark friends, intelligence and behavior.
Shark Week gives us monsters, loners and feeding frenzies. Shark Angels reveals the surprising truth about shark friends, intelligence and behavior.
Meet the top 6 scary sharks that creep people out. From frilled sharks to megalodon, discover the sharks that look straight out of a horror story.
Discover the mysterious megamouth shark (Megachasma pelagios), one of the rarest sharks in the ocean. Learn about its size, habitat, diet, new research, and conservation.
Manta rays are among the most breathtaking creatures in the sea, with wingspans up to 26 feet and the largest brain of any fish. In this Monthly Chomp, explore fascinating manta ray facts, from their cephalic fins to their unique markings, and learn about the urgent conservation efforts needed to protect these endangered ocean giants from overfishing, bycatch, and habitat loss.
Don’t let the size fool you; horn sharks are tough little reef dwellers with serious survival skills. Found along the coasts of California and Baja, these shy, bottom-dwelling sharks are built for life among the rocks and kelp. With spiky fins for defense and powerful jaws to crush crabs and urchins, they’re nighttime hunters with a gentle streak. Learn how horn sharks live, feed, and why understanding them is key to protecting these often-overlooked ocean locals.
This month’s Monthly Chomp dives into the life of one of the ocean’s most iconic – and misunderstood – predators. Discover where tiger sharks roam, how they hunt, and the vital role they play in keeping oceans healthy. Plus, explore the debate around shark feeding and the impact of tourism on their behavior.
Bull shark facts, behavior, and dive tips — this month’s Monthly Chomp explores one of the ocean’s most misunderstood predators. Learn where bull sharks live, how they hunt, and why they’re critical to marine ecosystems. And do a deep dive into the conflicts over shark feeding + shark tourism.
Meet the velvet belly lantern shark (Etmopterus spinax), a tiny deep-sea wonder that glows in the dark! With its shimmering bioluminescence and stealthy moves, this elusive shark lights up the ocean depths. Dive in to discover how it survives — and shines — in one of the planet’s toughest environments.
In a jaw-dropping discovery, researchers in Japan have confirmed the existence of a living Megalodon—an enormous deep-sea shark once believed to be extinct. DNA tests prove it’s the real deal. The Megalodon is back—and it’s been hiding in the deep all along.
Orcas, aptly named killer whales, are the ocean’s top apex predator. This mammal has developed a taste for sharks – and a unique way of hunting great white sharks.
Ever wonder how a lemon shark got it’s name? Learn more about this incredible shark – including the fact that they are extremely social sharks that you are likely to see inshore in both the Atlantic and Pacific oceans.
Frilled sharks are a mysterious deep-water shark, often called a “living fossil”. One of the oldest known shark species, they have been around seemingly unchanged for 80 million years.
The cookiecutter shark is a small, cigar-shaped, deep-water shark possessing a strong jaw. However, what makes this sharks unique and distinguishes it from its close relatives is the way this jaw is used.
One of the most easily recognizable sharks due to its distinct blue color and large pectoral fins, the blue shark is a favorite among photographers and shark enthusiasts..
The Ghost shark, also known as Chimeras, are not actually sharks despite their name! The Ghost shark is a unique fish species closest related to sharks and rays.