As the gentle giants of the ocean, humpback whales captivate and inspire with their impressive size, intricate courtship rituals, and hauntingly beautiful songs. These magnificent creatures are renowned for their distinctive appearance and captivating behaviours. In this article, we will explore the origin of their name, delve into their fascinating anatomy, understand their unique feeding habits, discover their habitat and migration patterns, unravel their mating and reproduction rituals, delve into the mesmerising world of whale songs, and examine their current conservation status.

When people hear the word “shark” or, better yet, “great white”, their thoughts immediately jump to movies like Jaws or The Shallows. But the thing is, these movies are just unfair portrayals of these magnificent creatures. There is so much beauty and mystery to uncover surrounding Great Whites. In this article, we will be diving right into their true character!

Did you know that The Cape Fur seal is now officially called the South African Fur Seal (Arctocephalus pusillus pusillus)? They are also known as the Brown fur seal. These species are endemic to South Africa. They are by far the largest and most muscular members of the fur seal family.

A cute little thing that one could stare at for hours. Let's take a look at these petite animals' anatomy to get a better understanding of how and why they are the way they are.

The seahorse's scientific genus name, Hippocampus, is Greek for 'bent horse'. Have you noticed how the seahorse may appear as if it wears armour; its body is covered with bony rings and ridges? Its head is shaped like a horse with eyes on the side of the head. 

This is a marine gastropod mollusc in the family Charcotiidae. (Leminda millecra)

Appearance

This interesting-looking animal has a smooth body that may have pink or brown pigmentation. The margin of the mantle is convoluted with a pale blue edge.

The Manta Ray is the largest Ray in the ocean. They are also highly intelligent and highly threatened! In this article, you will learn more about this amazing marine giant.