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What Lives In Mariana Trench?
The Mariana Trench is the deepest part of the ocean, which is found in the Pacific Ocean, plunging over 36,000 feet (11,1000 meters). It’s a mysterious and extreme environment where…
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Explainer Anthropology
Megalodon Speed: How Fast Is A Megalodon?
The Megalodon, scientifically known as Otodus megalodon, is an extinct species of giant mackerel shark that roamed the oceans approximately 23 to 3.6 million years ago. Known for its incredible…
Explainer Earth
Why Did NASA Stop Exploring the Ocean? It Didn’t—Here’s What NASA Actually Does
NASA did not begin as a deep-ocean exploration agency and then abandon the sea because of a frightening discovery. NASA was created in 1958 for aeronautics and space activities. It…
Explainer Environment
Are Beluga Whales Endangered? | Why Are Beluga Whales Endangered?
The beluga whale is a cetacean found in the Arctic and sub-Arctic waters. It is well-known for its distinctive white color and is also known as a white whale. Like…
Explainer Biology
How long do beluga whales live? Lifespan in the wild and captivity
Wild beluga whales can live for many decades: the oldest beluga on record had 80 growth layers in its teeth, which most researchers read as about 80 years, and NOAA…
Explainer Biology
What Eats Killer Whales? – Do Orcas Have Predators?
The killer whale or orca is a well-known species of oceanic dolphin family. It is found in all oceans of the world. It is the top or apex predator of…