AquaMarine Life

Seaweeds are algae and are classified into brown, red, and also green algae which is based on their pigment composition. Seaweeds are most often mistaken with other photosynthetic organisms. Seaweeds are described as plants, but biologists typically do not consider them true Plantae.

They should not be confused with plants, such as seagrasses. In addition, a few species of cyanobacteria bear a resemblance to seaweed algae. Many phycologists prefer the term “marine macroalgae” over “seaweeds”. The ecology of seaweeds is dominated by two specific environmental requirements. These are the presence of sea-water (or at least brackish water) and the presence of light sufficient to drive photosynthesis.

Flying fish are easily identified by their huge “flying fins” and their lopsided tails. They are capable of jumping out of the water and gliding through the air over large distances. Two-winged flying fish have extremely large pectoral fins that they spread out like wings when they are on their gliding flights. In addition to huge pectoral fins, four-winged flying fish also have enlarged pelvic fins that are used for gliding.

Kelp forests occur in cold, nutrient-rich water and are among the most beautiful and biologically productive habitats that you can find in the marine environment. They are found throughout the world in shallow open coastal waters, and the larger forests are restricted to temperatures less than 20ºC, extending to both the Arctic and Antarctic Circles.

The great white sharks are the largest carnivores that you can find in the ocean. Scientists are still studying these fascinating creatures and trying to unravel their mysteries. They know that they are creatures that travel alone and are in constant search for food. They have still not determined how long they live and how quickly they grow.