Sea Life

       It is known that since humans learned how to construct boats and use fishing nets life for some ocean species has been more difficult. But what are the most destructive activities done by humans today? The most unexpected threat might be noise pollution. Dolphins or whales use sound to navigate or locate food. So loud military sonars, ships or mining industry are really dangerous for them. Evidence show that climate change causes ocean waters to heat. It really negatively affects sensitive corral reefs. Scientists tell that over 75% of all corral reefs are under threat. Danger that is the most well known is plastic pollution. It is estimated that 8 million tons of plastic enters our oceans every year. There are massive plastic islands even twice the size of Poland this really puts into perspective how serious this problem is. Source: https://oceanconservationtrust.org/ocean-advocacy/think-ocean/ways-to-think-ocean/

The whale shark, often referred to as the world’s largest fish, is an impressive marine creature. Despite its name, it’s not a whale but a shark. These incredible giants can be found in warm waters around the globe, inhabiting tropical and subtropical oceans. Their preferred locations include the Indian Ocean, the Pacific Ocean, and the Atlantic Ocean. What sets the whale shark apart is its diet – they are filter feeders. These gentle giants mainly consume plankton and small by swimming with their mouths wide open. Their jaw can extend up to four feet, allowing them to filter immense amounts of water. When it comes to size, the whale shark truly earns its title. They can grow up to 12 meters or more, making them the largest fish in the sea.

  What is the smartest creature in the ocean? The most intelligent sea animal is bottlenose dolphin which is commonly seen in warm open waters. They are not just cute and playful but actually really smart.   Their brains are big and complex, making up around 0.9% of their body weight, and packed with clever neuron clusters for self-awareness, decision-making, and solving problems. What's really cool is their social language, using clicks and whistles to team up for hunting. Remembering stuff is easy for them– they can recall other dolphins' calls even after 20 years and find food spots from way back. Dolphins    even use tools like sponges for protection while hunting. Compassion isn't lost on them either; they take care of the injured, sick, and old members of their gang and even mourn their fallen friends.  That’s what makes dolphins the most intelligent specie in the ocean. Source:  https://oceaninfo.com/list/intelligent-marine-animals/