The Hidden Wonders of the Ocean

🌊80% of the ocean remains unexplored, offering endless possibilities for new wildlife discoveries.

🦈The ocean is home to fascinating creatures, such as the Genie's Dogfish, a new shark species.

🌸Frost flowers, ice crystals with microorganisms, create temporary ecosystems in the Arctic and Antarctic Seas.

🌋Underwater volcanoes are disruptive to ocean wildlife, with the ocean hosting the most productive volcanic systems on Earth.

🌪️Maelstroms, powerful whirlpools, pose a source of danger for seafarers and disrupt marine life.

What percentage of the ocean remains unexplored?

—The ocean is vast, with 80% still remaining unexplored.

What are some interesting wildlife discoveries in the ocean?

—The ocean is home to a variety of fascinating creatures, such as the Genie's Dogfish and the longest jellyfish ever found.

What are Frost flowers?

—Frost flowers are ice crystals with microorganisms that create small temporary ecosystems in the Arctic and Antarctic Seas.

Why are underwater volcanoes disruptive to marine life?

—Underwater volcanoes release heat and chemicals that can disrupt the surrounding marine ecosystem.

What dangers do Maelstroms pose?

—Maelstroms are powerful whirlpools that can be a danger to seafarers and have a significant impact on marine life.

00:00The ocean remains largely unexplored, with 80% yet to be discovered.

03:28Frost flowers, ice crystals with microorganisms, create temporary ecosystems in the Arctic and Antarctic Seas.

06:16Octopuses and squid have three hearts, while dolphins have names for each other.

09:59Lonar Lake in India was formed by a meteorite impact, and it can turn pink due to unique microbes in its water.

11:59A village in India lives harmoniously with king cobras, treating them like pets.